Supplier Quality Inspector (SQI) – Valves Specialist – Netherlands – Ref. 26-015 F/H
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Type de contrat : CDIC
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Temps de travail : Temps plein
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Lieu Hengelo
The Company
Weld World is a company specialized in technical support and expertise in industrial welding. We provide tailor-made solutions to welding challenges and to the specific requirements of the nuclear and oil & gas sectors.
Our team is made up of engineers and experts with recognized skills in QA/QC, materials engineering, design, manufacturing and non-destructive testing (NDT). Through our network of schools and specialists, we guarantee a high level of expertise and a pragmatic approach to industrial projects.
Our areas of expertise:
- Nuclear: Supplier surveillance, quality system assessments, expertise in the RCC-M code and EDF specifications, monitoring of welded fabrications.
- Oil & Gas: Design, drafting of welding and inspection specifications, material selection, fabrication follow-up, quality assurance and quality control.
- Welding & NDT: Expertise across all welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, SAW, SMAW, etc.) and testing methods (UT, RT, PT, MT, etc.), compliance with RCC-M, EN 15614, API, AWS, ASME and DNV standards.
Job Description
Weld World is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Inspector (SQI) on behalf of one of its international clients. The inspector will be deployed full-time on-site at a leading valve manufacturer in Hengelo, Netherlands, to perform source inspection and quality surveillance activities on medium and high-pressure valves. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role requiring strong technical knowledge of industrial valves, special processes (foundry, forging), NDT methods, and applicable codes and standards.
Roles and Responsibilities
Source Inspection & Quality Surveillance
- Perform source inspections at the supplier's facility in accordance with client quality requirements, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and purchase order requirements.
- Monitor and witness key manufacturing hold/witness points: material receiving, casting/forging, machining, welding, heat treatment, assembly, NDT, pressure testing and painting/coating.
- Verify product compliance with contractual requirements, technical specifications and applicable regulations prior to shipment release.
- Plan, organize and coordinate inspection activities in alignment with the supplier's production schedule and project milestones.
Valve & Special Processes Technical Oversight
- Review and verify manufacturing documentation: material certificates (MTRs, EN 10204 3.1/3.2), WPS, WPQR, NDT reports and dimensional reports.
- Monitor and assess special processes such as casting, forging and heat treatment to ensure compliance with approved procedures, material properties and acceptance criteria.
- Witness and validate hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure tests, seat leakage tests, functional/torque tests and fugitive emission tests.
- Verify compliance with applicable valve standards: API 600, API 602, API 6D, ASME B16.34, EN 12516 and PED 2014/68/EU.
- Ensure full material traceability from raw material through to final product marking.
NDT Oversight
- Witness and evaluate NDT activities: UT, RT, PT, MT and VT.
- Review NDT procedures for compliance with applicable codes, standards and client specifications.
- Interpret NDT reports and assess acceptance or rejection of detected indications.
- Verify that NDT personnel qualifications and certifications are valid and compliant.
Non-Conformance & Deviation Management
- Identify, document and report non-conformances (NCRs) in a timely manner.
- Follow up on corrective and preventive actions with suppliers until full closure.
- Support root cause analyses (RCA) and participate in technical deviation resolution.
- Escalate critical quality issues to the client and Weld World management when necessary.
Reporting & Communication
- Issue detailed inspection reports after each hold or witness point.
- Participate in pre-inspection meetings, project kick-off meetings and progress reviews.
- Maintain inspection records and ensure complete documentation packages prior to shipment.
- Provide regular feedback on supplier performance, manufacturing progress and identified risks.
Required Profile
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in supplier quality inspection within the energy, power generation or oil & gas sectors.
- Familiarity with the quality requirements of major OEMs such as GE, Siemens or equivalent would be highly appreciated.
- Proven hands-on experience in industrial valve inspection (gate, globe, check, needle, safety/relief valves).
- Strong knowledge of special processes: foundry (casting) and forging — including process control, acceptance criteria and defect recognition.
- Experience in welding inspection and NDT oversight.
Certifications (at least one required)
- CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2 (Welding Inspector) — strongly preferred.
- IWT (International Welding Technologist) or IWE (International Welding Engineer).
- NDT Level 2 in one or more methods (UT, RT, PT, MT).
- BGAS-CSWIP or NACE coating inspection certification.
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
Technical Knowledge
- Excellent knowledge of applicable valve codes and standards: API 600, API 602, API 6D, ASME B16.34, PED 2014/68/EU and EN standards.
- Thorough understanding of casting and forging processes, associated defects and inspection methods.
- Ability to review WPS/WPQR, witness welding operations and evaluate weld quality.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with material specifications (ASTM, EN) applicable to valve components.
- Knowledge of HRSG systems or boiler/pressure equipment is a plus.
Languages & Requirements
- English: fluent (mandatory — working language)
- French: a plus
- Dutch: a plus but not required
- EU work permit or EU/EEA passport required + valid driving licence
- Willingness to work full-time on-site in Hengelo, Netherlands
Réf: 79e965d4-ed37-48a4-8962-e06ddbcb0fe9
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