Field Inspector - Pittsburgh or Bensalem, PA
Orbital Engineering
Office
Bensalem Twp, Pennsylvania, United States; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Full Time
Field Inspector - Pittsburgh or Bensalem, PA
Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking an experienced Field Inspector to work regionally out of Pittsburgh, PA or Bensalem PA office. A successful candidate will inspect structural components at customer locations and ensure that structural deficiencies are recorded for customer use. The gathering of field measurements, conducting inspections and observing existing conditions in a heavy industrial environment is a primary component of this position. Candidates must be prepared to readily accept these requirements and will be properly trained to work in these environments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Detect possible defects and faults in structural systems in the field and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures for noncomplex defects.
- Generates accurate inspection reports in Orbital’s inspection software platform efficiently within project budgets.
- Accurately read and comprehend drawings.
- Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation which takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting.
- Use graphic instructions, such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids.
- Applies intensive and diversified knowledge in broad areas of assignments, especially projects concerned with unique or specialized problems.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Complete company developed training modules.
- Interfaces directly with the client’s representatives as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Proficient with a computer and/or tablet use in office & field.
- This position may require travel to other customer sites in other states as needed.
- Work safely while performing field and office tasks.
- Employees may occasionally be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
- Noise levels are usually moderate.
EXPERIENCE
- 2-10 years of appropriate inspection experience with a safe performance record
- Personnel with experience in shop welding and fabrication or quality inspection in other fields is a plus.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical degree preferred.
- Recent civil/structural engineering graduates interested in practical field experience under a professional engineer to help bolster their growth are encouraged to apply.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands of this job must be met for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing this job, employees are regularly to sit, walk, stand, bend, and climb ladders & use arms and hands.
- Employees must have good sight, including color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus & the ability to talk and hear.
- Employees may occasionally be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
WORK ENVIORNMENT
- While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
- Noise levels are usually moderate.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential job functions.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must pass a fit for duty test.
- Reliable vehicle transportation
- Experience with any of the following; welding, site QAQC, inspection, concrete, steel, and bolting testing
- Can read blueprints
- This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree preferred.
- Nondestructive testing experience.
- Certified welding inspector.
- American Petroleum Inspector 510, 570 or 653.
- AMPP coating inspector.
- Experience in shop welding and fabrication or quality inspection in other fields.
Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Field Inspector - Pittsburgh or Bensalem, PA
Office
Bensalem Twp, Pennsylvania, United States; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Full Time
August 29, 2025