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Project Quality Inspector B 2nd Shift

Caterpillar


Job Location:

Channelview, TX - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 42
Posted: 18 October 2026 (22 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 15 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position is accountable for performing and documenting various Quality inspections of Oil & Gas process equipment including structural and piping welding NDE (non-destructive

examination) industrial coatings characterization material receiving inspection electrical and instrumentation (E&I) walkdown pressure testing coordination and machining dimensional

inspections.

DIMENSIONS:


  • Responsible for the welding machining and coatings inspection of 20 gas turbine structural skids per month.
  • Coordinate welding NDE and material traceability verification of 25 piping spool segments per day.
  • Own inspection activities of 20 material inspection orders per week for fabrication of piping and structural assemblies.
  • Host multiple customers and 3rd party inspectors for in-process inspection of balance of plant process piping structural assemblies and gas turbine structural skids.

NATURE AND SCOPE:


  • Report to the Quality Production Supervisor
  • Interface and communicate with customers and 3rd party inspectors for in-process quality inspections.
  • Collaborate with other Solar departments including Quality Engineers Construction Services Engineering Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering Quality Engineering Value Stream Management Production Supervisors Project Management and NDE Suppliers.
  • Perform inspections in indoor/outdoor fabrication areas and shop floor environments.
  • Support simultaneous project tasks and duties to meet production schedules.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Comply with TurboFabs Environmental Health and Safety Programs Regulations and Guidelines.
  • Collect validate and document material test reports (MTRs) for incoming materials welded structural assemblies and welded piping spools
  • Perform visual testing (VT) of structural and piping weld assemblies.
  • Request coordinate and document results of welding NDE activities with suppliers test technicians including magnetic particle (MT) liquid penetrant (PT) ultrasonic (UT) radiographic (RT) and positive material identification (PMI).
  • Host and lead fabrication inspection points with customers and 3rd party inspectors for verification of compliance to Inspection & Test Plans and prepare final inspection reports.
  • Audit and verify satisfactory application and characterization of industrial coatings in compliance with applicable engineering specification engineering drawings paint forms and project Inspection Test Plan
  • Prepare piping pressure testing packages verify pressure testing configurations compile testing data charts validate equipment calibration certificates and deliver hard/digital copies for customer approval.
  • Assists in training other less experienced Welding Inspectors as needed.

KNOWLEDGE/REQUIREMENTS:

  • This position is for fully competent and qualified Q.C. Inspectors that have three to five years of experience and require minimal supervision in performing the job.
  • 1 - 3 years of experience in pipe fitting or welding
  • Willingness and availability to work overtime as needed to support production schedules.
  • Experience in welding NDE receiving material inspection structural welding pipe welding pipefitting machining assembly and/or fabrication environments of Oil and Gas process equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings guidance notes work instructions engineering specifications and industry codes (i.e. ASTM ASME AWS API).
  • Highly qualified candidates will hold one or multiple of the following technical certifications:
  • Certified Weld Inspector
  • AMPP-NACE Level 1.
  • ASNT Visual Testing (VT) Level 2.
  • Computer and MS office suite tools literacy.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Be available to work 2ndshift

Summary Pay Range:

$28.57- $42.85


All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position:

  • Background Screening
  • Physical and drug/alcohol screening

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.



Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus program
  • Medical dental and vision coverage
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation Holiday Sick Etc.)
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident Identity Theft Protection).
  • Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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Required Experience:

IC


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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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