PPI Quality & Engineering is seeking Quality Control Specialists with specialties in Subsea Wellhead equipment, Completions equipment, Drilling equipment, and Premium Connections.

Work Locations: Macaé & Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Other locations to be determined)

Length of assignment: 12-24 Months

Start Date: 30 days

Roles & Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Witness inspections and testing per inspection test plans, quality plans, industry standards, supplier and customer requirements
• Verify inspection, measurement, and test equipment is calibrated/certified and meets all job-related requirements
• Validate technician certification(s) are current for the intended scope of activity
• As the Customer Representative, work in a professional manner with Suppliers in regards to scheduling, deliveries, and overall job execution
• Generate reports documenting rejection and acceptance of inspections and testing activities
• Generate clear, concise, and accurate reports documenting rejection and acceptance of activities under surveillance
• Meet or exceed HSSE objectives of customer and Supplier
• Communicate (via email or phone) job progression and inspection results to coordinator and Customer as required
• Promote safe work practices; for example, utilize all PPE required by the immediate work area, comply with Supplier safety practices while at Supplier locations, etc.

Requirements

• Availability to travel as required
• Flexibility to work on multiple tasks without compromising results
• Availability to work under stressful conditions
• Ability to communicate without confrontation
• Ability to Read, Write, and Speak in English & Portuguese

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Level II NDT Certification(s) (from an accredited body) or completion of Level II NDT Training and compliance to PPI NDT Qualification Written Practice
• Technical understanding of operations within field of specialization (OCTG, Wellheads, Engineered Equipment, Drilling and Completion Tools, Premium Connections, etc.)
• Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.)
• Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1, etc.)
• Adequate verbal and written communication skills to interface with customers and co-workers
• Basic PC skills and some proficiency with spreadsheets
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and complete work on a schedule, including working long hours and weekends if necessary
• Decision-making ability, including making decisions regarding day-to-day operations and changing methods to obtain best results

Qualifications

• American Welding Society (AWS) – Certified Welding Inspector certification
• National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) certification CIP Level II (or greater)
• 3-5 years of experience in a Third Party Inspection role
• 5+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry