PEI Inspector

Shell•Norco, LA

9d•$86,000 - $128,000

About The Position

The PEI Inspector maintains the integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of pressure equipment and fixed assets within assigned operating units. The role monitors equipment condition, evaluates inspection results, identifies integrity risks, and recommends actions to keep equipment safe, compliant, and fit for continued service. As a technical resource in the Pressure Equipment Integrity (PEI) organization, the inspector works with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractors to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant operations. The role supports the Pressure Equipment Integrity Management (PEIM) program and helps ensure equipment is designed, operated, inspected, repaired, and maintained in accordance with company requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulations. This is a primarily field-based position involving significant interaction with operating process units and pressure equipment. It includes routine and emergent inspection work, support for turnarounds, and after-hours support as business needs require. The position requires the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, use respirators with medical clearance, perform physically demanding tasks, and work outdoors in industrial environments. The listed base salary range is $86,000–$128,000 per year. Pay depends on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, seniority, and internal equity. Shell describes opportunities for technical and career development, flexible working hours and possible remote/mobile work, and a values-led culture.

Requirements

Must have legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis for an employer other than the current employer.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 8 years of experience in refining, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, or related industries.
Current API 510 and API 570 certifications.
Mechanical aptitude and basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to learn technical concepts and integrity management processes quickly.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to recognize the limitations of personal knowledge and seek assistance when appropriate.
Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and operational excellence.
Pass required visual qualification testing, including a Jaeger 2 near-vision examination; corrected vision is acceptable.
Ability to climb ladders and structures and work safely at heights; enter and work within confined spaces; obtain medical clearance for supplied-air and cartridge respirator use; bend, squat, sit, crawl, climb, and carry inspection equipment or tools weighing up to 50 pounds; and enter equipment through an 18-inch manway opening.
Ability to work in outdoor industrial environments and support planned and emergent inspection activities.

Nice To Haves

API 653 certification, or the ability to obtain it.
Experience supporting refinery or petrochemical turnarounds and major maintenance events.
Knowledge of pressure equipment inspection programs, mechanical integrity systems, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of RBI methodologies, corrosion control programs, and applicable API, ASME, and AWS codes and standards.
Experience using IMS or similar inspection management databases.
Knowledge of NDE methods, inspection techniques, and equipment condition assessment.
Understanding of common refinery and petrochemical damage mechanisms.
Produce quality work with minimal supervision; demonstrate strong written and verbal communication; plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively; work respectfully with stakeholders; demonstrate professionalism and credibility; show initiative and a desire to expand technical knowledge; adapt to changing priorities while maintaining sound judgment and integrity; and be willing to work flexible schedules, support turnarounds, and provide off-hours support when required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary PEI representative for assigned operating units and participate in production alignment, reliability, maintenance planning, and turnaround readiness activities.
Ensure pressure equipment is inspected within established inspection intervals and coordinate equipment availability with Operations and Maintenance.
Perform routine, emergent, internal, and external inspections of pressure vessels, piping systems, storage tanks, relief devices, and other fixed equipment.
Apply and oversee visual inspections, thickness monitoring, and non-destructive examination (NDE) activities to assess equipment condition and remaining life.
Interpret inspection and NDE data and recommend repair, replacement, modification, mitigation, or continued operation of pressure equipment.
Establish renewal thicknesses and evaluate remaining life in accordance with company and industry standards.
Participate in temporary repair mitigation plans and create corrective-action work scopes to support equipment repairs.
Monitor repair progress and verify corrective actions are completed effectively and in accordance with requirements.
Maintain accurate inspection, repair, and equipment-condition records in the Integrity Management System (IMS).
Support Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments, corrosion reviews, turnaround planning, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct routine field surveillance to identify emerging integrity concerns and proactively address reliability threats.
Provide quality-assurance oversight for contract inspection activities in assigned operating areas.
Provide technical guidance to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Project teams regarding equipment condition, corrosion concerns, and integrity risks.
Participate in departmental duty phone rotations and provide after-hours support as business needs require.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs
Company pension plan
401(k) plan
Up to 6 weeks of paid vacation
Up to 11 paid holidays
Paid parental leave: up to 16 weeks for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non-birthing parents
Short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay
Long-Term Disability insurance
Financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses
Discretionary long-term incentives for some roles
Training and development programs
Flexible working hours and possibility of remote/mobile working
Annual performance-related salary increase