NDE & Inspection Specialist

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Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.ExxonMobil in MalaysiaExxonMobil is one of the world's largest publicly traded energy providers and chemical manufacturers, ExxonMobil develops and applies next-generation technologies to help safely and responsibly meet the world's growing needs for energy and high-quality chemical products.In Malaysia, we are involved in significant oil and gas production operations and the marketing of chemical products. We also host a global business and technology center in Kuala Lumpur that provides high-level information technology and engineering expertise to ExxonMobil’s upstream, downstream and chemical businesses worldwide.What Role You Will Play In Our TeamWe are seeking an experienced Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) and inspection specialist to join our team and provide technical leadership in NDE area across our global facilities and capital projects. This role will ensure high quality inspection practices, support technology development, and deliver advanced integrity solutions to our assets and operations.What You Will DoReview and approve NDE procedures to ensure compliance with company, industry, and regulatory requirements. Qualify and audit NDE operators and service providers to ensure competence and consistent performance. Support the development and implementation of inspection quality, and mechanical integrity systems and programs at sites. Lead the planning and execution of advanced NDE jobs. Provide expert interpretation of inspection results. Provide integrated analysis support with fracture mechanics experts. Support failure investigations and root cause analysis by providing NDE expertise. Work with sites and projects in NDE technique selection and implementation including:Developing detailed technical requirements of the purchase specification. Act as Engineering interface and review Request for Quotation (RFQ) as needed by sites or projects. Determine need for quality assessments of proposed suppliers of NDE servicesReview, assess and approve inspection and test plans as required to achieve desired resultsParticipate in pre-award meetings for high criticality equipment For application of critical or advanced NDE, participates in vendor alignment, coordination and pre-inspection meetings to assure all aspects of the NDE purchase specifications are covered during these meetings and provide guidance necessary to achieve intended resultsAssist with equipment / materials rejection and/or nonconformance resolution processMay attend during application of high criticality equipment inspection tasks at suppliers’ facilitiesAttend application of high criticality/complex techniques at sites or fabrication facilities. Provide global training in application of NDE tools, systems, codes and standards. Conduct research and development work to support company’s technology development program. Drive the evaluation, qualification, and deployment of advanced NDE technologies across the organization. Lead the development of internal inspection guidance documents, research reports, and specifications for new inspection technologies or novel applications. Represent the company in Joint Industry projects (JIPs) and similar industry initiatives. About YouSkills & QualificationsTo be eligible for this role, you must have:Five (5) to 10 plus years of advanced NDE and inspection experience in the oil & gas industry. Engineering Degree (Bachelor’s or higher)Ability to travel and support sites globallyAbility to provide technical leadership and gain stakeholder agreementStrong knowledge of applicable codes, standards and industry practices (e.g. API, ASME, ISO, ASNT, AWS)Strong verbal and written communication skills in EnglishStrong interpersonal communication skills and collaborative decision-making skillsStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply analytical and statistical methods to inspection dataDemonstrated work experience in applying basic and advanced NDE in the following situationsNew fabrication and welding of :Pressure vessels / heat exchangers - air cooled / shell & tube / towersPiping - field and shopPipelinesTanks / spheresFurnaces / fired heaters / boilersRepair of pressure vessels, piping, and pipelinesApplication of basic and advanced NDE in fitness for service Preferred Qualifications/ExperiencesCurrent or past ASNT SNT-TC-1A Level II certification or equivalent for Radiographic (RT) film interpretation, Ultrasonic (UT), Eddy current (ET), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT) examination methods. In-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience in PAUT, TOFD, and ILI (in-line inspection) technology. Advanced degree in NDE area. Experience in leading NDE technology development projects. Working experience in oil & gas owner/operator companies or NDE service providers. Ability to interpret Industry codes and standards with respect to NDE criteria. Statistics knowledge and FFS (fitness for service) knowledge. Audit Skills - ISO Auditor / Lead Auditor Certification. American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Basic Knowledge of the following:Refinery and Chemical Plant Materials of constructionCorrosion and mechanical degradation mechanismsPressure vessel, piping, and pipeline fabrication processesPositive Material Identification (PMI) tools and techniquesStructural steelPainting, coating and refractory installationMetallurgyYour Benefits:We are committed to providing benefits that are competitive and support the needs of our employees.Application ProcessPlease be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and you can find out more about our hiring process here.For more information about business solicitation and recruiting scams, please click here.We thank you for your interest in ExxonMobil.Stay connect with usLearn more at our websiteSubscribe our channel at YouTubeEqual Opportunity EmployerExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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