API Equipment Inspector

Company: Nexpera LLC
Location: Linden
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description NEXPERA leads the way in sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, offering a comprehensive range of products and services that optimize processes, minimize environmental impact, and allow our partners to focus on their core operations. With the industry’s largest facility network, we ensure unmatched reliability and drive innovation across the industrial landscape. In addition, we provide an unmatched array of sulfur-based chemicals and related services to a diverse set of industries. BENEFITS Nexpera's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. POSITION PURPOSE This position will be responsible for providing inspection and technical program support for equipment inspection, test, and repair portions of the overall Mechanical Integrity/Quality Assurance effort. The role will primarily focus on the Morses Mill (Linden, NJ) site, while also being integrated and part of the Acid Technology Center which provides support to all of the NEXPERA sites. The site produces Sulfuric Acid. The role will reside at the plant site and reports to the Asset Manager. PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to): Develop/Authorize/Maintain and implement standardized inspection plans for all PSM Critical Equipment, including pressure vessels, process vessels, heat exchangers, piping, storage tanks, and other equipment. Perform equipment inspection in accordance with API 510, API 653 and API 570 guidelines and regulations. Complete post inspection reports and provide recommendations and/or modifications for immediate concerns and future consideration. Develop, implement and document repair plans for fixed equipment Perform field contract administration duties during field repairs of equipment Standardize, organize, and maintain required documentation (design bases, inspection plans, inspection reports, etc.) in accord with corporate and site MIQA best practices. Update SAP and equipment files with equipment history, Inspection Plans. Ensure that all inspections and tests are performed in accordance with the original equipment design basis and in alignment with recognized and accepted good engineering practice (RAGAGEP). Ensure that all repairs to fixed PSM Critical Equipment is documented in accordance with OSHA 1970.119 Evaluate the fitness-for-service of all fixed PSM Critical Equipment and assist other Technical/Maintenance resources in properly developing and documenting any repairs to return the equipment service. Perform necessary calculations required within the RAGAGEP to determine the minimum allowable thickness of pressure vessels, piping, and tanks in PSM Critical service. Provide functional guidance to NEXPERA and contract NDE Examiners Evaluate results of various non-destructive inspections on process equipment and provide recommendations based on those inspection results Act as an the Authorized Inspectors for PSM Critical pressure vessel, piping, and storage tank inspections and tests, as well as for approval of all alterations to PSM Critical pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks. Manage & Implement the Corrosion Monitoring program PSAIM® for the sites Coordinate contract NDE inspections and perform Field Contract Administrator responsibilities Develop Quality Assurance Plans for fabrication of new equipment (ex. tanks, pressure vessels, piping, etc…) Perform/coordinate QA inspections of new equipment on site and at shop locations. Estimate equipment remaining life per the applicable RAGAGEP. Maintaining the site Owners User Manual as applicable. Perform UT and PT on an as needed non-routine basis (NEXPERA will provide training if not certified) Qualifications In order to be qualified for this role, the following is required: 3 plus years work experience within high hazardous chemical processing or oil refining industries or similar industries At least 2 out of 3 of the following certifications: API 510, API 570, API 653 Able to travel approximately 30-40% per year Successful candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Additional information We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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