Inspector Trainee - Ottawa, IL

Munich Re•Joliet, IL

About The Position

The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company’s Global Inspection and Engineering Services (GIES) is an inspection-focused engineering group with more than 450 engineers, inspectors, and auditors in over 27 countries. As the world’s largest ASME Authorized Inspection Agency, GIES provides on-location services to verify the quality and conformance of pressure equipment during manufacturing, field assembly or erection, and repair. The Inspector Trainee provides inspections and oversight under ASME, NBIC, international pressure equipment standards, ISO, and client specifications. The role includes reviewing job packages, inspecting equipment and quality systems, witnessing testing, documenting results, and signing required forms. The inspector works with minimal supervision and exercises independent judgment to ensure code and regulatory compliance. The position also involves identifying potential customers and conducting marketing and sales visits to grow business in the assigned locality. Work in other territories is expected as workload requires.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One of the following experience and education pathways: 4 years of pressure-equipment-industry experience as outlined in NB-263 RCI-1; or 2 years of such experience and completion of an accredited military or merchant marine training program or associated certification program; or 1 year of such experience and a bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Technology, Science, or Math from an accredited institution.
Relevant pressure-equipment experience may include boiler operation exceeding 50,000 lbs. per hour; performing repairs, alterations, or maintenance; working as an NDE examiner (ASNT Level II or III); or inspecting or maintaining boilers or pressure vessels.
Planning and organizational skills.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and ability to work without direct supervision.
Interpersonal and customer-service skills.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Problem-solving skills.
Computer technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide required inspection services and oversight under ASME, NBIC, international codes, ISO, and client-provided specifications.
Operate with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment to assure code and regulatory compliance.
Review and accept client job packages.
Perform in-process inspections.
Document inspection and testing results.
Monitor quality control systems.
Witness final equipment testing, including pressure testing.
Review and sign required forms.
Identify potential customers and conduct marketing and sales visits to grow business in the defined locality.
Work in other territories as required by workload.