Authorized Inspector - Toledo, United States - TÜV SÜD

Description

TÜV SÜD ARISE is one of the largest providers of unbundled jurisdictional and shop inspection services in North America, and a global provider of ASME and National Board Post Construction inspection services.

POSITION SUMMARY:

An ARISE Employee who holds a current and valid National Board Authorized Inspector Commission

and has been designated as Authorized Inspector (AI) by ARISE.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Authorized Inspector shall demonstrate the ability to perform shop and field (on-site) ASME/NB

inspections to the satisfaction of the Agency employing him.

EXPERIENCE:

Individuals for Authorized Inspector shall have met the experience criteria listed in RCI-1 Table 1, andthe satisfactory completion of the National Board "New Construction Commission" course, hold a validand current National Board Commission card. The individuals shall have attended the National Boardcourse for Authorized Inspectors and received a passing grade on the Authorized Inspector examgiven by the National Board. Individuals shall achieve a minimum of 80 hours on the job training inASME shop/field fabrication and inspection under the supervision of a designated AuthorizedInspector.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recording daily inspections performed for verification, witness activities, and quality programmonitoring activities in the Inspector Diary.

• Verifying the Certificate Holder has a valid Certificate of Authorization covering the scope of codeactivities to be performed at the location.

• Verifying the Certificate Holder has a valid Certificate of Authorization to register with the NationalBoard, if the items are to be registered.

• Verifying that the Certificate Holder has the necessary ASME BPV Code Editions, Addenda,

referenced standards, and code cases to cover the work planned.
• Monitoring the Certificate Holder's accepted quality program on a continual basis.

• Verifying that any revisions to the Certificate Holder's quality program meet ASME BPV Coderequirements before implementation.

• Notifying the Certificate Holder and the Authorized Inspector Supervisor, when appropriate of anynonconforming condition.

• Verifying that all applicable design drawings, specifications, and instructions for each job,including revisions, are complete and accurately reflect the ASME BPV Code requirements for thework to be performed.

• Verifying that design calculations for each job are complete and meet the requirements of theASME BPV Code and the Certificate Holder's quality program. The Authorized Inspector is notresponsible for the accuracy of calculations.

• Verifying that design calculations for each job are on file and available for review.

• Verifying that only intended and identified material, as specified in the appropriate section of theASME BPV Code, is used in code construction.

• Verifying that material is identified, documented, and remains traceable in accordance with theCertificate Holder's quality program and ASME BPV Code requirements.

• Verifying ASME BPV Code-required documentation for material (partial data reports, material testreports, Certificate of Conformance) is available for review for each job. The Authorized Inspectorshall review material test reports, and/or other material documentation required by the ASME BPVCode to ensure ASME BPV Code compliance.

• Reviewing and accepting the method and extent of material defect repairs, prior to work beingperformed.

• Designating inspection points at stages of construction that will provide meaningful results toverify ASME BPV Code and quality program requirements are met.

• Performing inspections at designated inspection points.

• Performing internal inspections whenever access permits and when required by the ASME BPV

Code. When access is not afforded based on design, the Authorized Inspector shall use other

means to verify ASME BPV Code compliance. The use of mirrors or fiber optics should beconsidered.

• Performing all external inspections to verify ASME BPV Code compliance.

• Witnessing all pressure tests and proof tests as required by the ASME BPV Code.

• Verifying that welding/brazing procedure specifications, procedure qualification records, andwelder/welding operator qualifications (including continuity records) are incompliance with ASMEBPV Code requirements.

• Verifying welds are made using qualified procedures and qualified personnel. Verify that weldersand welding operators are properly qualified for the welds begin performed.

• Verifying, as apc) Verifying, as appropriate, that the method and extent of weld repairs to weldsand base material are in compliance with ASME BPV Code requirements.

• Verifying, as appropriate, that weld joint preparation is in compliance with design and weldingdocuments and ASME BPV Code requirements.

• Verifying completed welds comply with ASME BPV Code requirements.

• Verifying that only calibrated examination, measurement, and testing equipment are utilizedduring construction and that such equipment meets the requirements of the Certificate Holder'squality program.

• Verifying all ASME BPV Code-required heat treatment and nondestructive examinations areperformed using accepted/approved procedures. Nondestructive examination procedures shall bedemonstrated to the satisfaction of the Authorized Inspector.

• Verifying nondestructive examination personnel are qualified as required by ASME BPV Code andthe Certificate Holder's quality program.

• Verifying nondestructive examination reports meet ASME BPV Code requirements.

• Reviewing and accepting non-conformance dispositions and verifying corrective actionsperformed. Also, verifying non-conformances are closed in accordance with the CertificateHolder's quality program.

• Verifying all records are complete, accurate, maintained, and retained as required by ASME BPVCode and the Certificate Holder's quality program.

• Verifying the Certificate Holder's representative has accurately completed and certified theManufacturer's Data Report form prior to Authorized Inspector certification. The AuthorizedInspector's Commission number shall be recorded on the Manufacturer's Data Report as requiredby the applicable ASME BPV Code.

• Verifying all ASME BPV Code requirements have been met before authorizing ASME BPV Codesymbol stamping.

• Verifying the stamping meets ASME BPV Code, is correct, and has been applied to the correctitem, including proper attachment of nameplates.

• Verifying the National Board NB symbol and National Board registration number are applied to anyitem registered with the National Board.

• The Authorized Inspector shall attend joint reviews of Certificate Holders to which the AuthorizedInspector is assigned. When this is not possible or practicable, a substitute Authorized Inspectorshall attend. It is not required for the Authorized Inspector to attend joint reviews oforganizations that are inactive if the assigned Authorized Inspector Supervisor is in attendance.An inactive organization is one that has not used its ASME Certificate of Authorization during theprevious certification period.

SKILL SET:

Detail oriented

Manages time efficiently

Works effectively with other people as necessary.

Self-starter

Represent ARISE products and services in a professional manner.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Excellent communication skills; oral and written

Innovative

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the following:Labor Law 2024