Freelance Quality Engineer Buffalo​/Type of RKBUSE

Position Summary

Expeditor/Mechanical Inspection professional responsible for monitoring supplier and manufacturing progress, following up on production activities, and supporting quality inspections for mechanical equipment. The role requires knowledge of welding, NDT, technical drawings, fabrication, and supplier surveillance, preferably within EPC and oil and gas projects.

• Expediting and supplier follow-up
• Welding inspection knowledge
• NDT awareness
• Manufacturing progress reviews
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Inspection and expediting report preparation
• Fabrication and manufacturing oversight

• Technical degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered

• 2+ years in expediting, manufacturing inspections, quality control, or supplier surveillance
• Experience with mechanical equipment and fabrication shops
• EPC project experience preferred
• Exposure to oil and gas projects preferred

• Heat exchangers
• Pressure equipment
• Welding processes
• Fabrication and manufacturing activities
• Mechanical equipment used in oil and gas projects

• NDT certification preferred
• CWI certification preferred
• Welding or quality inspection certification is beneficial

• Strong report writing
• Professional customer-facing communication
• Ability to work independently at supplier facilities
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to identify process risks and improvement opportunities

1099 Contractor

TBD

This is a 1099 contract role – project duration may vary based on client needs

CURRENT PROJECT: regular day shift.

As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability

Must be able to travel around Buffalo, NY and nearby areas