Amazon Web Services (AWS), Communication Skills, Heat Exchanger, Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), Pressure Vessels, Producer Price Index (PPI), Quality Engineering, Quality Metrics, Quality Monitoring, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Surveillance, Testing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Welding, Writing Skills
Job Summary:
PPI Quality & Engineering is currently seeking an experienced CWI / Mechanical Inspector to support supplier surveillance and shop inspection activities for fabrication of a Main Cryogenic Heat Exchanger (MCHE) project in Port Manatee, Florida.
This assignment will support fabrication oversight at the supplier facility and is expected to evolve from adhoc inspection support into a long-term resident inspection opportunity.
About the role:
Responsibilities
- Perform welding and mechanical inspections during fabrication activities
- Monitor supplier quality and compliance with project specifications and applicable codes
- Review welding documentation, material traceability, and quality records
- Witness fabrication, testing, and inspection activities
- Generate detailed inspection reports and communicate findings to project stakeholders
- Interface with supplier personnel, client representatives, and project teams
- Ensure quality requirements and project deliverables are met
Do you have what it takes?:
- Current AWS CWI certification required
- Strong mechanical inspection background within industrial fabrication environments
- Experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, or LNG projects preferred
- Previous experience with Honeywell / APCI strongly preferred
- Knowledge of ASME codes, welding processes, and quality standards
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication documents
- Strong written communication and reporting skills
- Ability to work independently in a supplier surveillance environment
What can you expect from us in return?:
At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization that values collaboration, expertise, and flexibility. As an independent contractor, you’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across diverse clients, gain exposure to industry-leading practices, and engage with a supportive network of professionals. We provide clear communication, timely compensation, and a safe, compliant work environment, all while empowering you to manage your schedule and grow your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting.