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Dow is seeking a highly skilled and experienced API Inspector Lead to join our Louisiana Operations Technical Support Organization in Plaquemine, LA. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and support for the inspection of fixed equipment and piping in your assigned zone.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for all inspection-related issues in your assigned zone.
• Participate in department and plant meetings as required.
• Provide inspection support to engineering as needed to support plant operations.
• Provide technical expertise to plant personnel when troubleshooting plant equipment inspection-related issues.
• Follow inspection procedures, processes, and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Lead small workgroup daily activities with safe operations and cost-effective manners.
• Work coordination of nested contract employees supporting the assigned zone to complete monthly mechanical integrity compliance tasks.
• Work within a maintenance work process and help resolve issues involved in planning and scheduling inspections.
• Reviews compliance lookahead items and reviews pre-assessment inspection plans.
• Participate on all applicable turnaround and plant assessment teams (PAT) for assigned zone.
• Participate in defining and recommending repair paths for deficiency resolution.
• Compile, review, and approve mechanical integrity system required documentation.
• Must have the ability to communicate orally and in a written format to others (craftsmen, technicians, engineers, equipment owners, and upper management at Dow sites and vendor shops).
• Willing to work overtime and call-outs as necessary.
• Provides technical support and solution/troubleshooting for equipment and piping inspection and repair.
• Reviews all inspection reports to ensure they are complete and meet professional standards.
• Deploys inspection technologies and innovation to support inspection and repair activities in the areas.

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Must have two or more of the following inspection certifications: API 510, API 653, API 570, ASNT Level III.
• A minimum of four years of experience in inspection/non-destructive testing.
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.
• Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S.-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

• NDT Level II radiography testing, magnetic particle testing, penetrant testing, visual testing, ultrasonic testing, or certified welding inspector (CWI).
• Seven years or more years of experience in inspection/non-destructive testing.

Dow is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility, and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration, and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions, and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future.

We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.