Job Description

About Us

At Technip Energies , we are more than just a leading engineering and technology company ; we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future. With over 65 years of experience and 15,000+ talented professionals worldwide, we deliver innovative solutions to real-world energy challenges. We believe in the power of collaboration, diversity, and an inclusive culture where your well-being is a top priority.

Join us on a one-of-a-kind journey where you can take pride in Be ing Part of the Solution for the benefit of our planet, people, and communities. If you share our determination to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Sr. Quality Inspector to join our team based in Houston, TX.

About the Job

This position is responsible for supporting the on-specification ( inspection / quality ) and on-time ( expediting ) delivery of equipment and/or material ordered for TEN projects. To accomplish this the VPM Inspector will utilize the VPM organization ( team ), processes, and systems to manage supplier purchase order quality conformity. The VPM function, accountable to the Global Sourcing and Procurement organization, is a key role supporting TEN project delivery.

The VPM Inspector will work on projects as a dedicated resource for USA based suppliers.

This position will generally have responsibility for inspection (primary) and expediting (secondary) activities on vendor premises to ensure the conformity of supply against the contractual requirements including but not limited to visual inspection, dimensional inspection, NDE review/witnessing, final testing witnessing and documentation review (relevant to scope).

The equipment subject to these activities includes: mechanical equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, API centrifugal pumps, compressors, packaged equipment. We offer you not only a job, but an inspiring journey in a truly global environment where you team up to break down boundaries thanks to the innovation, creativity and pioneer spirit which drive our people.

Job Scope:

• Coordinate inspection activities (what/where/when) with the TEN VPM Coordinator, supplier and TEN contracted 3rd party inspection agencies in accordance with the ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) and Fabrication QC Plan
• Inclusive of obtaining latest PO, drawings/documents to support inspection activities
• Conduct on-site inspection / expediting visits, to regional suppliers when assigned by VPM Inspection Resource Management Teams
• Review / monitor approved shop inspection process / procedures
• Examine equipment for compliance to technical specifications / drawings
• Oversee NDE activities (MT/PT/RT/UT)
• Other test witnessing / hold points per TEN ITP and FQCP (Fabrication QC Plan)
• Produce key inspection deliverables related to own scope (e.g. Pre-inspection meeting report, Pre-fabrication meeting report, inspection/expediting report(s), flash report(s), Inspection Release Note, supplier punch list / outstanding worklist, non-conformance reports,…)
• Sign-off “reviewed” on applicable manufacturing records (e.g. Mill Test Certificates, MDRB’s,…)
• Maintain organized and accurate records for own scope utilizing assigned tools (e.g. Document Management Systems, MSTeams,…)
• Search for, identify, and immediately report supplier fabrication schedule impacts using the tools, processes, and communication channels for own orders. Impacts may be resultant of but not limited to the following:
• Documentation submittal (supplier to TEN)
• Documentation return (TEN to supplier)
• Sub-suppliers’ performance
• Material deliveries, shop space, etc
• Search for, identify, and immediately report supplier fabrication quality impacts using the tools, processes, and communication channels for own orders
• Initiate and follow-up on quality issues with relevant stakeholders (e.g. VPM management, QAQC,..)
• Search for, identify, agree, and coordinates schedule mitigation strategies with supplier, Project VPM Manager and Project Management team while following the implementation through resolution.
• Act as leader / coordinator for seconded inspection personnel (e.g. sub-supplier locations)
• Perform, as required, shop survey’s for new suppliers or re-certification activities
• Contributes to the supplier and 3rd party agencies’ performance evaluations covering schedule, quality (Non-conformity)
• Contributes and supports development / awareness training to junior VPM personnel

About You

We’d love to hear from you if your profile meets the following essential requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years experience in technical field | supplier shop
• Versed in industry codes (ANSI B31.3, 31.4, 31.8 | ASME Section V, IX | API 510, 570, 620, 650, 936, 963 | AWS D1.1)
• Welding and manufacturing technology knowledge
• Materials and equipment knowledge to collaboratively challenge production schedules
• Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-generational, team-orientated, collaborative environment.
• Available to work flexible hours (when warranted) to coordinate suppliers, agencies, or other TEN offices that may be located internationally
• Mobility / travel (~75% of working time)
• Proficient with MS Excel, MSWord, virtual meeting platforms
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• English language (spoken | written)
• Certifications: AWS Welding Inspector (AWS CWI or SCWI) or Educator (AWS CWE), NDE Level II (VT, MT, PT, UT, RT)
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift and carry up to 25lbs, use stairs and ladders unassisted, stoop and bend freely, walk up to 1 mile unaided
• Meet STN-TC-1A visual acuity requirements

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree (supply chain, engineering)
• Available to travel internationally (if warranted)
• Knowledge of scheduling and milestone tracking
• Knowledge of (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) EPC, or fabrication information lifecycles acquired through direct experience
• Other language (French, Spanish, or Italian) proficiency (spoken | written)
• Certifications: ARAMCO, API-SIRE, NACE Level II

Inclusion Standards

In our continuous journey to developing and building culture of inclusion, we adhere to four Inclusion Gold Standards.

• We challenge our biases and embrace diversity of thought.
• No one has all the knowledge and solutions, collectively we do.
• We foster a caring environment where people are respected, comfortable to share and be heard.
• We promote active listening for effective decision and action.

What’s Next?

Once receiving your system application, the Recruiting Team will screen and match your skills, experience, and potential team fit against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications within a reasonable timeframe. Check your application progress periodically via personal account from created candidate profile during your application.

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It is the policy of Technip Energies to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law at the Technip Energies location to which this application is submitted. In Addition, as a Federal Government contractor, Technip Energies is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources Department.

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