Senior Inspector

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The Sr. Inspector supports the Mechanical Integrity inspection program at the LyondellBasell Channelview Complex. Depending on site needs and the selected candidate’s experience, the role may support an operating unit, a sitewide inspection program such as Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), or other stationary-equipment inspection priorities. The Inspector plans and coordinates safe, effective inspection activities; evaluates equipment condition; develops technically sound recommendations; and ensures inspection, recommendation and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) data remain accurate and evergreen. The position works closely with Inspection, Maintenance, Reliability, Operations, Engineering and contractor teams to manage equipment risk, maintain compliance and improve asset reliability.

A Day in the Life

Support assigned unit and/or sitewide inspection responsibilities and maintain risk-based inspection strategies aligned with Mechanical Integrity objectives and site priorities.

Develop, review and optimize inspection plans for stationary equipment and piping, including routine, on-stream, outage, turnaround and special-emphasis scopes such as CUI.

Coordinate inspection execution with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, Reliability, NDE, access, insulation and coating resources.

Provide technical direction to contract inspection personnel; review inspection reports and NDE deliverables for accuracy, completeness and quality.

Evaluate inspection results and develop run, repair or replace recommendations using applicable codes, standards, damage-mechanism knowledge and engineering practices.

Ensure inspection findings and recommendations are documented, prioritized, linked to SAP notifications or work orders as applicable, and tracked through closure.

Maintain accurate and evergreen inspection, RBI and program data in Meridium and related systems; validate equipment, component, inspection-history and recommendation data.

Partner with Maintenance, Reliability, Operations, Engineering and program leads to align inspection priorities with repair or remediation plans, work sequencing, budgets and execution strategies.

Monitor assigned inspection performance through key performance indicators, including inspection-plan completion, past-due work, backlog, data quality and recommendation closure.

Identify and implement opportunities to improve inspection effectiveness, reduce lifecycle cost and apply appropriate emerging NDE technologies.

Support inspection deferrals by preparing timely technical justification, interim risk-mitigation actions and required documentation before compliance deadlines.

Support incident investigations, Root Cause Failure Analyses, audits and Mechanical Integrity assessments, and drive applicable corrective actions to closure.

Create and update inspection isometrics and field-marked inspection documentation as needed.

Apply and advocate compliance with LYB Operational Excellence requirements, Global Asset Integrity requirements, site procedures and applicable API, ASME, NBIC, OSHA and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrate GoalZERO leadership, comply with site safety requirements and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are observed.

Provide field support during outages, turnarounds and unplanned events, which may require nights or weekends.

You Bring This Value

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Typically a minimum of 8 years of relevant stationary-equipment inspection experience in the refining, petrochemical or chemical process industries.

Current API 510 and API 570 certifications.

Strong working knowledge of stationary-equipment inspection, applicable damage mechanisms, corrosion assessment, remaining-life calculations and inspection-interval determination.

Demonstrated experience developing inspection plans, evaluating inspection results and making run, repair or replace recommendations.

Strong NDE background with the ability to select and evaluate appropriate inspection methods and review radiographic and other NDE results.

Working knowledge of applicable inspection and repair requirements in API, ASME, NBIC and federal, state and local regulations.

Experience with inspection data management systems and work-management tools such as Meridium and SAP.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook.

Strong written and verbal communication, organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering and contractor organizations and to influence work without direct authority.

Ability to work in an operating manufacturing environment and perform field activities consistent with site requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

API 580, API 653, AWS Certified Welding Inspector or AMPP/NACE corrosion or coatings certification.

Previous experience supporting or leading unit inspection, CUI, external corrosion, stationary-equipment or other Mechanical Integrity programs.

Experience with RBI analysis, unit or program inspection strategy, turnaround inspection planning and inspection-contractor oversight.

Experience developing inspection forecasts, KPIs, budgets or continuous-improvement plans.

Prior Level II NDE qualification or documented experience in UT thickness, MT, PT, VT or radiographic interpretation.

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements.

We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees:

Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.

Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.

6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution

5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual

Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.

Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.

Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.

Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.

Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.

Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.

Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.

Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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