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Shell Unit Inspector - NDE in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Position Purpose
About the Opportunity:
Shell Canada is seeking a Unit Inspector Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) to join their Shell Scotford Mechanical Engineering team.
This team member maintains the integrity of pressure equipment at Scotford manufacturing facilities. The role manages aspects of NDE, inspection, materials, welding, quality control, quality assurance, equipment design, procedure review, and creating/updating pressure equipment standards and specifications. In addition, the Pressure Equipment Integrity Inspector provides technical support to asset teams on medium and long term (> 90 days) operational and equipment problems. This position ensures all pressure equipment is designed, fabricated, examined, inspected, operated, maintained, altered, and repaired in a manner that provides integrity conforming to required regulations and standards. They advocate for Pressure Equipment Safety and strive towards ZERO LEAKS. Inspectors proactively improve and execute the site pressure equipment integrity management system and work processes.
Accountabilities:
Provide direction, monitor the progression, and review/ challenge reporting of non-destructive examination (NDE) in Scotford
Plan, coordinate, and execute integrity inspections, assessments, recommendations and monitoring requirements
Assure the implementation of the Pressure Equipment Integrity Management (PEIM) program including but is not limited to
Preparation of Inspection Plans and maintenance of the Integrity Management System (IMS)
Assessment, analysis, optimization, and documentation of Inspection results
Support plant corrosion manual reviews and Risk Based Inspection (RBI) assessments
Develop piping and equipment repair plans and ensure their adherence to API, ASME, and jurisdictional requirements outside of the 90-day window
Technical review and support of management of change (MOC) work, equipment re-rating, fitness for service evaluations and remaining life assessments
Support scoping team with scope readiness for turnarounds and other maintenance activities
Manage the placement, monitoring, and RBI assessment of condition monitoring locations (CMLs) on equipment and piping, while optimizing to assure integrity and efficiency
Support troubleshooting failures and provide recommendations for repair / replacement based on materials failure analysis and causal analysis
Provide technical PEI support to site operating and maintenance personnel to ensure production related items are resolved urgently
Input to annual budget process for integrity/inspection issues
Work collaboratively with our customers and stakeholders in Production, Maintenance, Projects, Turnaround, Engineering and Technology teams
Requirements:
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Technical Diploma in materials engineering technology or related discipline is preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience at petrochemical or other industrial sites
Working experience in Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) or Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) 2 in Ultrasonic Testing/ Radiographic Testing (UT/RT) is preferred
Knowledge of advanced NDE techniques in Ultrasonic/ Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (UT/ PAUT) is a plus
Must hold or able to obtain any of these certification API 510, 570, 653 and ABSA In-service Pressure Equipment (Boiler) Inspector
Must have solid working knowledge of pressure equipment design, corrosion mechanisms, codes & standards, inspection techniques, welding, metallurgy and process safety
Knowledge in the application of RBI is a plus
May be required to fill a reserve worker role
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.