Position Summary
Airswift is currently looking for a QA/QC Inspector - Mechanical / Piping to be responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and verifying the quality of mechanical and piping construction activities performed by contractors and subcontractors. The Inspector ensures all work complies with project specifications, approved drawings, applicable codes and standards, quality requirements, and regulatory obligations. This position reports to on-site Construction Manager.
This position plays a key role in ensuring mechanical systems are installed correctly, tested successfully, and turned over to Commissioning and Operations with complete quality documentation. The role requires extensive field presence in a remote Arctic environment and close coordination with Construction, Engineering, Commissioning, Operations, and Contractor personnel.
Primary Responsibilities
Mechanical and Piping Inspection
Conduct daily field inspections of mechanical and piping construction activities.
Verify installation complies with approved Issued-for-Construction (IFC) drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Monitor contractor workmanship and adherence to approved procedures.
Verify proper installation of:
Process piping systems
Utility piping systems
Pumps and compressors
Pressure vessels
Heat exchangers
Packaged equipment
Valves and specialty items
Pipe supports and hangers
HVAC mechanical systems
Fuel, water, and utility systems
Welding and Fabrication Surveillance
Verify welders possess current qualifications for assigned work.
Confirm welding activities are performed in accordance with approved procedures.
Monitor fit-up, welding, preheat, inter-pass temperature, post-weld activities, and bolted connections.
Verify weld identification and traceability requirements.
Review fabrication records and field welding documentation.
Material Receiving and Verification
Inspect incoming mechanical and piping materials.
Verify materials match approved material specifications and purchase requirements.
Review mill test reports, certificates of compliance, and quality documentation as required.
Confirm proper storage, preservation, and handling of materials and equipment.
Verify material traceability throughout construction.
Inspection and Testing
Witness and document:
Hydrostatic testing
Pneumatic testing
Leak testing
Equipment alignment checks
Mechanical run testing
Flushing and cleaning activities
Bolt torque and tensioning verification
Pressure system testing
Verify inspection and test results meet project acceptance criteria.
Non-Destructive Examination (NDE)
Monitor NDE activities performed by contractors and third-party inspectors.
Review NDE reports including:
Radiographic Testing (RT)
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
Visual Testing (VT)
Verify corrective actions for rejected welds and identified deficiencies.
Quality Documentation
Review contractor quality records for completeness and accuracy.
Verify Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) hold points and witness points are satisfied.
Maintain inspection reports and surveillance records.
Ensure turnover documentation is complete and properly filed.
Non-Conformance Management
Identify quality deficiencies and notify contractor supervision.
Participate in development and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Verify corrective actions have been completed and accepted.
Support root cause investigations when required.
Mechanical Completion Support
Participate in system walkdowns and punch-list development.
Verify completion of quality-related punch-list items.
Confirm systems meet mechanical completion requirements.
Support turnover to Commissioning and Operations teams.
Safety and Environmental Compliance
Promote safe work practices and compliance with project safety requirements.
Participate in safety meetings and field observations.
Stop and report work that presents unacceptable safety or quality risks.
Support environmental compliance requirements during inspections.
Required Qualifications
Education
Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent training in Mechanical Technology, Quality Assurance, Construction Technology, or related discipline preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of mechanical and piping construction inspection experience.
Minimum 5 years on major industrial, oil and gas, refinery, or petrochemical projects.
Experience with owner, EPC, or EPCM project organizations preferred.
Previous Alaska North Slope or Arctic experience preferred.
Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of:
Mechanical equipment installation practices
Piping fabrication and installation
Welding inspection techniques
Pressure testing requirements
Material traceability programs
Mechanical completion and turnover processes
Inspection and testing procedures
Quality management systems
Knowledge of applicable standards including:
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
ASME B31.3
American Petroleum Institute (API) standards
American Welding Society (AWS) standards
Applicable federal, state, and project-specific quality requirements.
Preferred Certifications
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
API 570 Piping Inspector
ASNT Level II Certification
NACE Coating Inspector (preferred)
Key Competencies
Strong field inspection and surveillance skills
Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Effective communication with contractors and project teams
Independent decision-making and problem-solving ability
Strong organizational and reporting skills
Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
Ability to work in harsh Arctic conditions and rotational camp environments
Working Conditions
Rotational assignment 14 days on/14 days off
Remote work location in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska.
Lodging accommodations and meals provided.
Exposure to extreme Arctic weather conditions.
Frequent field inspections and outdoor work.
Travel by commercial aircraft, Anchorage to North Slope to Anchorage.