Pressure Vessel Compliance Inspector

 Chicago, Illinois — Pressure Equipment Compliance Inspector (Trainee)
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 + Full Benefits + Company Vehicle

Our client is hiring a Pressure Equipment Compliance Inspector (Trainee) to support industrial, commercial, and energy-sector customers throughout Chicago and the Greater Chicagoland region. This is a full‑time, permanent role offering excellent benefits, paid time off, and a company‑provided vehicle. Candidates with experience in boilers, pressure vessels, welding, NDT/NDI, or Navy nuclear operations are strongly encouraged to apply.

 Why Chicago?
Chicago is one of the nation’s most diverse industrial hubs—power generation, food processing, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, steel, rail, and large‑scale commercial facilities all rely on safe, code‑compliant pressure equipment. Inspectors in this region support everything from legacy industrial plants to cutting‑edge manufacturing and high‑rise mechanical systems across Cook County and surrounding areas.

What You’ll Do
You will perform field‑based inspections ensuring the quality, safety, and ASME/NBIC code compliance of pressure equipment during fabrication, erection, and repair. Your work directly supports the reliability of Illinois’ industrial and commercial infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:
• Reviewing and accepting job packages
• Performing in‑process inspections
• Monitoring contractor quality‑control systems
• Witnessing hydrostatic tests
• Reviewing and signing required documentation
• Communicating professionally with clients and contractors
What’s In It For You

• $70,000–$80,000 starting salary
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
• Company vehicle
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training provided to earn:
• National Board Commission with “A” Endorsement
• Career progression into supervisor or engineering roles
• High job security in a specialized, in‑demand field
• Excellent fit for Navy Nuclear, welders, NDT/NDI technicians, boiler operators, industrial mechanics, and QA/QC professionals

Required Qualifications
• Experience with high‑pressure boilers
• Experience operating, maintaining, or inspecting boilers or pressure vessels
• Working knowledge of ASME and NBIC Codes
• Strong communication skills and professional integrity

Preferred Qualifications
• Navy Nuclear (MMN, EMN, ETN)
• Welders with NDT/NDI experience
• Industrial maintenance or utilities technicians
• Boiler operators or stationary engineers
• QA/QC technicians in fabrication or heavy industry
• Experience with pressure vessels, steam systems, or industrial mechanical equipment
• Risk survey or inspection experience
• National Board Commission (if already held)