Apave International - India is looking for an experienced Inspection Engineer with a strong background in the inspection of pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in vendor inspections, quality assurance, non-destructive testing (NDT), and compliance with international standards such as ASTM, ASME, and API.

Qualifications
Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering
ASNT Level II certification in RT, PT, MT, and UT

Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in QA/QC or Third-Party Inspection (TPI)
Proven experience in inspection of pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings
Exposure to manufacturing environments such as pipe/fitting manufacturers, foundries, forging companies, steel plants, or heavy engineering industries

Key Responsibilities
Conduct vendor inspections for pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings at manufacturing facilities.
Review engineering drawings, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Material Test Certificates (MTCs), and quality documentation.




Witness and verify dimensional inspections, NDT activities, hydrostatic testing, heat treatment, and other manufacturing processes.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable ASTM, ASME, API, and international quality standards.
Prepare detailed inspection reports, release notes, punch lists, and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Coordinate with clients, vendors, and project teams to resolve quality-related issues.
Maintain inspection records and provide timely updates on inspection status.

Preferred Skills
Experience in Third-Party Inspection (TPI) is highly desirable.
Solid knowledge of ASTM, ASME, API, and relevant international codes and standards.
Additional NDT certifications in UT, MT, PT, and RT will be an advantage.
Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
Good report-writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to travel extensively to vendor locat

📌 Inspection Engineer (India)
🏢 Apave International
📍 India