At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

 

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

About You and This Role:

Dow is looking for a highly motivated, self-directed, experienced person to fill an API Inspector Lead position in the Louisiana Operations Technical Support Organization in Plaquemine, LA. You will leverage inspection expertise throughout the operating facilities on site. You will provide technical knowledge and skill in the application of work processes for mechanical integrity compliance and reliability. The successful candidate will provide technical support and coordination for the inspection of fixed equipment and piping in their assigned zone.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for all inspection-related issues in assigned zone.
• Participate in Department and Plant meetings as appropriate.
• Provide Inspection support to Engineering as required to support plants.
• Provide technical expertise to plant personnel when troubleshooting plant equipment Inspection related Issues.
• Following Inspection Procedures, Processes, and communicating 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.
• Participation on all applicable Turnaround and Plant Assessment Teams (PAT) for assigned zone.
• Participates in defining and recommending repair path 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).  i.e. Technical Reports documenting equipment conditions.
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
• Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at 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.

Preferred Qualifications 

• 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

Additional Notes

• No relocation assistance is available for this position

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: 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. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

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. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.