ASME Authorized Inspector

Responsible for conducting inspections of pressure equipment—including boilers, pressure vessels, piping, welding, and associated testing—in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, National Board Inspection Code (NBIC), and applicable jurisdictional requirements. The role ensures full compliance at all stages of fabrication, assembly, and final acceptance.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform

  shop and field inspections

  (internal and external) during critical stages of fabrication and assembly.

• Witness hydrostatic, pneumatic, and proof tests

  as well as

  non-destructive examinations (NDE)

  per code and project requirements.

• Verify calibration and functionality

  of inspection and test equipment before and during use.
• Maintain a detailed

  ASME Inspector’s Diary

  , documenting daily inspections, findings, and witnessed events.
• Ensure the use of valid

  ASME BPV Code editions

  , certified materials (MTRs), proper

  metallurgical traceability

  , and comprehensive

  quality records

  .

• Review and validate engineering drawings, specifications, and design calculations

  for conformance with ASME Code requirements.
• Confirm

  Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)

  ,

  Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)

  , and

  welder/operator qualifications

  are up-to-date and compliant.
• Monitor and document

  repairs

  to verify they meet ASME Code standards.
• Identify, document, and report

  non-conformances

  , ensuring

  corrective actions

  are implemented, verified, and properly closed.
• Confirm all

  ASME BPV Code requirements

  are satisfied before authorizing the

  U-stamp

  , and ensure proper application of

  nameplates

  and

  National Board registration marks

  .
• Participate in

  joint reviews

  with Certificate Holders and AI Supervisors as required.