Mechanical Integrity Inspector

About LSB Industries, Inc.

LSB Industries, Inc., is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.

Set against the backdrop of a welcoming small-town atmosphere, Pryor offers an exceptional quality of life with its tight-knit community, excellent schools, and abundance of outdoor activities. Plus, its proximity to the vibrant city of Tulsa adds an extra layer of excitement, making Pryor the ideal place to both advance your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Join us in this dynamic city and be part of a community that values progress, resilience, and collective success.  If you're ready to embark on an exciting career journey filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment, LSB Industries welcomes you with open arms. Come to Pryor, OK, and let's transform chemistry into opportunity together.

The Mechanical Integrity (MI) Inspector will provide technical support, installation, and repair services to the operation of all plants with the goal of assisting in the optimization, production, efficiency, and reliability of the units while maintaining a safe plant operation. The role involves overseeing mechanical integrity (MI) inspections, including field assessments, deficiency notifications, and the development of detailed inspection plans. The position manages the risk-based mechanical integrity (MI) inspection program, conducting and supervising non-destructive testing (NDT) and other inspection methods crucial for ensuring plant reliability in chemical process industries, particularly in detecting flaws in welds, structures, and equipment. This role will respond to callouts at times to support plant outages and turnarounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct NDT inspection to include penetrant testing (PT), visual testing (VT), positive metal identification (PMI), and ultrasonic thickness (UT) measurements on related structures, components, and welds to ensure their integrity.
• Perform piping hanger and structural support inspections per MI schedule.
• Maintain inspection and test reports (electronic and hard copy formats, as applicable) for mechanical integrity of process piping, vessels, and tanks. 
• Supervise 3rd party inspectors during outages and other scheduled assignments.
• Support Maintenance and Turnaround teams with writing and overseeing repair plans and procedures
• Interpret NDT reports to assess equipment condition and identify damage mechanisms as well as evaluate susceptibility and corrosion rates.
• Provide repair recommendations in support of routine maintenance on piping and pressure equipment.
• Perform inspections in accordance with API-510, 570, & 653 
• Enter design data, inspection criteria, and inspection frequencies into the mechanical integrity Plant Condition Management Software system (PCMS).
• Build and maintain equipment and components database in PCMS.
• Maintain proficiency with PCMS for inspection scheduling and status reporting.
• Perform QA on job packages performed by company or contractor resources. 
   

• Experience working in a manufacturing or chemical process environment. 
• 3 years or more experience working as an API Inspector
• Certified in the following: API-570, API- 510, API-653, AWS-CWI, and/or ASNT UTT, PT, MT (preferred)
• Ability to certify per API inspection codes (570, 510, 653, 580, etc) 
• Ability to certify in ASNT UT Thickness, Dye Penetrate, Magnetic Particle and perform these inspections. 
• Experience, certifications, or degrees in technical discipline (welding, equipment repair or fabrication)
• Knowledge of testing procedures and equipment used for testing.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, etc. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, with focus on process and time management discipline.
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines are required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Attention to detail a must.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primary duties accomplished by walking/touring areas of chemical plant processes. Additional requirements include gaining access to piping, vessels, and tanks both internally and externally using ladders, scaffolds, man-lifts, cranes, and other means as required. 
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts, and in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Ability to work in close proximity to chemical processes with toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, extreme heat, extreme cold, vibration, and electrical hazards.
• Ability to wear Flame-Resistant (FR) uniform, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, fall protection harnesses, chemical exposure suits as required in designated areas as well as a full-face respirator as necessary in emergencies.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Special Attention: The position is safety and security in nature. 
This position deals with hazardous materials and/or industrial processes that can pose a risk to employees and the general public.  This facility complies with security standards under Department of Homeland Security (DHS) CFATS regulation 6 CFR Part 27. 

LSB Industries is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. LSB Industries prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSB Industries conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.