Source Inspector - Fixed Equipment

Job Summary

PPI Quality & Engineering is seeking experienced Fixed Equipment Inspectors to perform source inspection and quality surveillance at a steel manufacturing facility in Wakayama, Japan. The inspection team will provide oversight of the manufacturing, testing, inspection, and release of approximately 150 kilometers of offshore seamless line pipe for a major international LNG development. This long-term assignment is expected to require multiple inspectors per shift, including an experienced Lead Inspector responsible for team coordination and overall quality oversight.

About the role

Duration: Mid-August 2026 through June 2027
Schedule: Approximately 12 hours per day, 5-6 days per week
Staffing: Two to three inspectors per shift
Rate: Approximately USD $50 per hour, all-inclusive

Scope of Work

Inspectors will oversee the manufacture, inspection, testing, and release of approximately 150 kilometers of offshore seamless line pipe manufactured to DNV-ST-F101 and project specifications.

Key activities include:

• Steelmaking and billet inspection
• Pipe manufacturing and heat treatment
• Ultrasonic and radiographic testing
• Dimensional inspection and product release
• Material traceability and documentation review
• Port loadout surveillance
• Daily and weekly reporting
• Identification and escalation of quality concerns

A Lead Inspector may also coordinate shift coverage, review data and reports, monitor quality trends, and provide technical guidance to the inspection team.

Do you have what it takes?

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant line pipe, fixed equipment, steel manufacturing, or source inspection experience
• Strong knowledge of DNV-ST-F101
• Experience with seamless line pipe manufacturing and inspection
• Ability to review ITPs, specifications, test results, and quality records
• Strong reporting and communication skills
• Ability to work extended shifts and remain in Japan for the assignment duration

Experience with offshore, fatigue-sensitive, or strain-based design line pipe is preferred.

What can you expect from us in return?

At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization that values collaboration, expertise, and flexibility. As an independent contractor, you’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across diverse clients, gain exposure to industry-leading practices, and engage with a supportive network of professionals. We provide clear communication, timely compensation, and a safe, compliant work environment, all while empowering you to manage your schedule and grow your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting.