Senior Inspection Method Engineer - Basilicata

For our own projects, we are looking for a Senior Inspection Method Engineer

Location: Basilicata, Italy

Industry: Oil & Gas

Contract Duration: 12 months

Start Date: April 2026

Working Schedule: 8 hours per day / 5 days per week

MISSION

The Senior Inspection Method Engineer will be responsible for optimizing inspection methodologies and ensuring the integrity management of equipment and facilities within an Oil & Gas operational environment.

The role involves coordinating inspection activities, managing inspection programs through digital inspection management systems, and ensuring compliance with international standards and Italian regulatory requirements while supporting plant reliability and operational safety.

TASKS

• Optimize inspection philosophy in accordance with company standards and applicable legislation.
• Update inspection plans within the Inspection Data Management System (IDMS) based on plant modifications, new scopes, and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) outcomes.
• Support data collection activities for RBI studies and follow up the execution for plant facilities and flowlines.
• Adjust inspection programs and inspection plans based on RBI outputs.
• Collect inspection data and support preparation of monthly inspection reports.
• Support corrosion management activities and assist in evaluating major corrosion threats affecting plant assets.
• Develop Written Schemes of Examination in accordance with company and international standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary support for inspection activities and participate in operational planning meetings.
• Facilitate coordination between authorities and internal teams for inspection-related activities.
• Monitor contractor performance and quality of inspection works carried out on site.
• Support daily activities related to general inspection service contracts.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of inspection data, reporting, and KPI feedback.
• Validate inspection reports and manage anomalies through CMMS/SAP notifications.
• Ensure all inspection activities comply with HSE standards and Italian regulatory requirements.
• Participate in weekly and daily inspection coordination meetings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCCE

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in inspection engineering or inspection methods.
• At least 5 years of experience within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Fluent Italian and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong teamwork and coordination abilities
• Analytical mindset with strong reporting and database management capabilities
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary operational environments

Certifications (Preferred)

• ISO 9712 – NDT Certification
• API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspector
• API 570 – Piping Inspector
• API 653 – Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector

Technical Knowledge

• UNI EN 16991:2018
• Italian regulations including D.Lgs 81/08 and DM 239/04
• Inspection standards for pressure vessels, piping systems, and storage tanks.
• Experience with inspection data management systems and reporting tools.

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