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Piping Mechanical QA
Job Location:
Job Location:
Texas City, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Details:
Piping / Mechanical QA
Location: Texas City TX
Duration: Now- July 2027
Duration: Now- July 2027
Benefits: Health Visiton Dental 401K Paid Time Off
Position Summary
The Piping / Mechanical QA will support the Projects Group at the Refinery by providing quality assurance oversight on piping and mechanical work associated with capital projects and turnarounds. This role ensures compliance with refinery standards applicable codes and project specifications. The QA will actively monitor contractor performance verify documentation and support project teams in driving safe efficient and high-quality project execution.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform quality assurance inspections and oversight on piping welding and mechanical activities for capital and turnaround projects.
* Verify that all work meets applicable codes (ASME API etc.) project specifications and standards.
* Review and approve contractor quality documentation including ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) weld maps WPS/PQRs material certifications and test reports.
* Conduct field walkdowns and inspections to ensure proper installation fit-up and alignment of piping and mechanical systems.
* Witness pressure testing bolt torqueing and other critical QA/QC hold points as required.
* Monitor contractor quality control teams and provide feedback to ensure compliance.
* Track and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs) and punch list items.
* Work closely with project engineers construction supervisors and contractors to support safe and timely project delivery.
* Ensure accurate turnover documentation packages are prepared and submitted.
* Support audits and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives for QA/QC practices.
Qualifications
* 8 years of piping/mechanical QA/QC experience in refining petrochemical or heavy industrial projects.
* Strong knowledge of ASME B31.3 API standards and refinery mechanical codes.
* Experience with welding processes procedures and documentation.
* Familiarity with pressure testing hydrostatic testing and bolted joint assembly.
* Ability to read and interpret P&IDs isometrics and construction drawings.
* Strong communication skills and ability to interface with contractors engineers and site leadership.
* Prior refinery or large capital project experience required; refinery experience preferred.
* Certifications (CWI API 570/510 or equivalent) strongly preferred.
Position Summary
The Piping / Mechanical QA will support the Projects Group at the Refinery by providing quality assurance oversight on piping and mechanical work associated with capital projects and turnarounds. This role ensures compliance with refinery standards applicable codes and project specifications. The QA will actively monitor contractor performance verify documentation and support project teams in driving safe efficient and high-quality project execution.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform quality assurance inspections and oversight on piping welding and mechanical activities for capital and turnaround projects.
* Verify that all work meets applicable codes (ASME API etc.) project specifications and standards.
* Review and approve contractor quality documentation including ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) weld maps WPS/PQRs material certifications and test reports.
* Conduct field walkdowns and inspections to ensure proper installation fit-up and alignment of piping and mechanical systems.
* Witness pressure testing bolt torqueing and other critical QA/QC hold points as required.
* Monitor contractor quality control teams and provide feedback to ensure compliance.
* Track and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs) and punch list items.
* Work closely with project engineers construction supervisors and contractors to support safe and timely project delivery.
* Ensure accurate turnover documentation packages are prepared and submitted.
* Support audits and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives for QA/QC practices.
Qualifications
* 8 years of piping/mechanical QA/QC experience in refining petrochemical or heavy industrial projects.
* Strong knowledge of ASME B31.3 API standards and refinery mechanical codes.
* Experience with welding processes procedures and documentation.
* Familiarity with pressure testing hydrostatic testing and bolted joint assembly.
* Ability to read and interpret P&IDs isometrics and construction drawings.
* Strong communication skills and ability to interface with contractors engineers and site leadership.
* Prior refinery or large capital project experience required; refinery experience preferred.
* Certifications (CWI API 570/510 or equivalent) strongly preferred.
About Company
PTS Advance is the largest specialist provider of technical talent to the United States’ Oil, Gas & Chemicals, Power & Renewables, Life Sciences, Construction & Infrastructure, and Manufacturing industries.
