Field Quality Inspector

Job Description – Field Quality Inspector

At BCR Environmental Corporation, we're revolutionizing how municipalities and industrial processors handle biosolids, organic wastes, and other process streams. Our technologies transform these materials into valuable products, helping to lower costs and mitigate risks. As a leading innovator in the municipal biosolids sector, BCR is rapidly expanding its reach into industrial markets through cutting-edge resource recovery projects, environmental remediation, and intricate processing solutions. Our solutions not only eliminate odors and enhance regulatory compliance but also streamline biosolids and organics management while converting waste into renewable resources.

BCR Environmental Corporation is a U.S.‑based clean technology and industrial solutions company delivering custom‑engineered thermal processing and biosolids treatment systems to municipal and industrial clients. Our core technologies—including Bio‑Scru® Dryer Systems, CleanB®, Neutralizer®, and screw‑type thermal processors—are capital, project‑driven systems built around critical rotating equipment and deployed through complex engineering, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning projects.

BCR projects integrate rotating and mechanical equipment such as dryers, augers, screw conveyors, blowers, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and ancillary material handling systems, supported by engineering, field services, and aftermarket operations across North America.

Position Type:

Full time, salaried.

POSITION POSTING:

Houston, TX

Position Summary:

The Field Quality Inspector serves as a representative of BCR and is responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of equipment manufactured at partner facilities. This role oversees inspections throughout the manufacturing process to verify that products meet BCR’s quality standards, engineering specifications, and applicable industry requirements.

The Field Quality Inspector works closely with partner manufacturers, internal engineering teams, and project stakeholders to monitor fabrication, identify potential quality issues, and ensure corrective actions are implemented when necessary. Responsibilities include conducting in-process and final inspections, reviewing documentation, and maintaining clear communication regarding quality performance and project status.

This position requires approximately 50% travel to partner manufacturing facilities to perform onsite inspections and quality oversight, with the remaining 50% of time based in BCR’s West Houston office supporting inspection planning, documentation review, reporting, and coordination with internal teams.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working independently while representing BCR’s quality expectations and commitment to excellence with external partners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform external inspections for large fabricated equipment.
• Ensure Quality process are followed and equipment is Manufactured to Engineering requirements.
• Prepare and manage inspection reports, NCRs, CARs and other quality documentation.
• Review NDT reports.
• Inspect fabrication work including Dimensional, Welding, Fit up, and coatings.
• Communicate defective conditions via reports and photos.
• Monitor/Review NDT results to determine defects and issue recommendations for repair or replacement as required.
• Ensure all repairs are performed using an NCR process.
• Participate in RCA and other technical discussions.
• Maintain and update records and historical data.
• Verify and approve repair activities on equipment.
• Understand our partners QMS systems and ensure they are followed in relation to our projects.
• Perform Factory acceptance testing
• Assist with QA and Engineering tasks as required

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• Must have H.S. diploma or equivalent. Associate or Bachelor Degree is a plus but not required
• 5+ years’ experience with Mechanical & Welding Inspection and with QMS systems.
• CWI experience & basic NDE Certifications
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required)
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Must be knowledgeable in Large Process Equipment
• Additional certifications (NACE, ACI) a plus
• Must be able to work independently.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft software, ACAD experience is a plus.
• Be familiar with/able to interpret and understand the following related to multi-discipline construction projects: ~ National codes and standards ~ Specifications, drawings, and data sheets
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound organizational and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.
• Excellent follow-through.

Benefits:

• Ten Paid Holidays
• 80 hours of PTO
• Benefits to include:

• • Medical
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • 401K

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

BCR Environmental is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at BCR Environmental are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to ensuring that all employees feel respected and valued.