Sr. Mechanical Inspectors

About SGS

SGS is recognized as the world's leading company in Testing, Inspection, and Certification. With a global network comprising over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, SGS is supported by a dedicated team of 99,500 professionals. Leveraging over 145 years of service excellence, the company applies Swiss precision and accuracy to assist organizations in achieving the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

The Role of Sr. Mechanical Inspector

SGS is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Inspector to join its team in Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves conducting comprehensive mechanical inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications. The position requires 5-10 years of experience in relevant mechanical inspection fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of pressure vessels, storage tanks, piping systems, and mechanical components to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
• Perform welding inspections in accordance with CSWIP standards, including visual inspections, dimensional checks, and defect identification.
• Conduct in-service inspection, assessment, and certification of pressure vessels (API 510) and storage tanks (API 653).
• Review fabrication, erection, and maintenance procedures for compliance with engineering drawings and standards.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project engineers, QA/QC teams, and contractors to ensure timely and effective resolution of inspection issues.
• Mentor and guide junior inspectors to enhance inspection quality and compliance awareness.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, codes, and best practices relevant to oil and gas mechanical inspections.

Required Experience

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of experience in mechanical inspection.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Saudi Arabia, contributing to SGS's operations in the region.