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Piping & Structural Steel Vendor Surveillance QA Inspector

Ursus, Inc.

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • $44 Per Hour

Highlights

Review and validate vendor documentation packages, including ITPs, material certifications/MTRs, heat traceability, WPS/PQR and welder qualifications, weld maps/logs, NDE reports, dimensional/as-built records, coating/galvanizing records, and pressure test packages (as applicable); hold release when documentation is incomplete or nonconforming. Responsibilities (What You ll Do): Conduct supplier surveillance at fabrication shops (pre-qualification, periodic, and for-cause) to verify compliance with contracts, specs, drawings, ITPs, codes, and Tesla quality requirements for shop-fabricated piping (spools, pipe supports, manifolds) and structural steel (steel structures, platforms, pipe racks, modules, and miscellaneous metals).

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LocationCorpus Christi, TX
Salary$44 Per Hour

Description

JOB TITLE: Piping & Structural Steel Vendor Surveillance QA Inspector
LOCATION: Corpus Christi, TX (Onsite)
DURATION: 3-6 month contract with extensions/conversion
RATE RANGE: $44/hr.

The Role (What to Expect):
The Piping & Structural Steel Vendor Surveillance QA Inspector ensures shop-fabricated piping and structural steel from suppliers meets design intent, purchase orders, codes, regulations, and Tesla standards before shipment and site delivery. You will perform onsite supplier surveillance pre-qualification, periodic, and for-cause including ITP/hold-point inspection, documentation validation, witness of fabrication, welding, NDE, and testing, nonconformance management, and supplier performance feedback to Procurement, Engineering, and Quality. This role requires extensive domestic and/or international travel; a valid passport (or ability to obtain one) and ability to obtain visas are required.

Responsibilities (What You ll Do):
  • Conduct supplier surveillance at fabrication shops (pre-qualification, periodic, and for-cause) to verify compliance with contracts, specs, drawings, ITPs, codes, and Tesla quality requirements for shop-fabricated piping (spools, pipe supports, manifolds) and structural steel (steel structures, platforms, pipe racks, modules, and miscellaneous metals).
  • Review and validate vendor documentation packages, including ITPs, material certifications/MTRs, heat traceability, WPS/PQR and welder qualifications, weld maps/logs, NDE reports, dimensional/as-built records, coating/galvanizing records, and pressure test packages (as applicable); hold release when documentation is incomplete or nonconforming.
  • Witness and verify critical fabrication, inspection, and test activities at hold/witness points (material verification, fit-up, weld visual, dimensional checks, NDE, PWHT, hydrostatic/pneumatic tests, coating inspection, and final assembly) to confirm acceptance criteria are met.
  • Identify, document, and track nonconformances; collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions and verify effective closure before shipment or final acceptance.
  • Prepare clear, actionable surveillance and inspection reports with findings, risk assessment, and recommended disposition; communicate results to Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and project stakeholders to support sourcing and release decisions.
  • Verify pre-shipment readiness, including preservation, end caps/protection, packing, piece-marking/tagging, and shipping documentation, prior to release from the vendor.
  • Monitor supplier quality trends and feed performance data into continuous improvement efforts and the vendor quality database.

Requirements (What You ll Bring):
  • Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred, or equivalent welding/fabrication inspection qualification with demonstrated piping and structural steel shop experience; working familiarity with supplier quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
  • Minimum of 8 years inspection/audit experience on large-scale industrial or energy projects, including at least 3 years in vendor surveillance/source inspection of shop-fabricated piping and/or structural steel.
  • Ability to read and interpret POs, piping and structural drawings, specs, ITPs, weld procedures, and fabrication packages; strong written and verbal communication with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.x, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, AISC; ASTM material standards) and proficiency with inspection methods and tools appropriate to shop surveillance (weld visual and dimensional inspection, fit-up/hi-lo, weld gauges, material identification, coating inspection as applicable); familiarity with NDE methods and documentation (RT, UT, MT, PT).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently at supplier shops, exercise sound release/hold judgment, investigate quality issues, and drive corrective action to closure.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively (domestic and/or international), often on short notice, with a valid passport or ability to obtain passport and required visas.
  • Solid understanding of quality management principles across fabrication, weld/NDE, test, shipment, and project turnover; ability to perform in a high-performance, cross-functional environment with tight timelines.


Benefits Summary: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter, and 401(k) benefits with company matching.

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