About

• Company Description
• We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
• Job Description
• SGS is currently seeking candidates to submit their applications to our clients. The positions can be permanent or contract. Hiring will begin around Q4 2025/Q1 2026, depending on the client's needs. You must be able to travel and work at various locations in Ontario.
• Reporting to the Operation Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for monitoring the manufacturing of different components to ensure compliance with technical drawings, client specifications and applicable standards according to SGS procedures.
• The incumbent will perform various tasks related to the monitoring of manufacturing processes, such as progress reports, witness testing, welding, dimensional, pre-shipment, and loading inspections on a short-, medium-, and long-term basis.
• Perform tasks specified by his/her supervisor and/or department coordinator.
• Identify and analyse customer needs.
• Plan and prepare work to be completed onsite at the client’s location (documents, equipment).
• Ensure that all equipment necessary is in proper working condition and that the calibration is still valid.
• Consult with clients and/or suppliers to obtain information required for carrying out the work.
• Coordinate actions with the client and/or supplier with regards to the manufacturer’s project schedule.
• Ensure that onsite work completed at the client’s location is consistent with the mandate, is completed on time and is conducted in a professional manner with meticulous attention to detail in order to provide excellent service.
• Review quality plans provided by manufacturers and their subcontractors.
• Review purchase orders intended for suppliers.
• Review technical specifications.
• Review test reports.
• Verify the implementation of quality plans and applicable procedures.
• Verify manufacturing compliance with drawings and technical specifications.
• Perform visual and dimensional welding inspections according to the criteria specified in the quote.
• Perform coating inspection according to the criteria specified in quote.
• Verify actual work progress.
• Communicate with the client when requested by the manager and/or supervisor.
• Complete the necessary quality forms related to monitoring or inspection work.
• Ensure that suppliers issue a non-conformance report and send it to the client if non-conformance is identified.
• Notify the client should non-conformance be identified at a work site.
• Prepare non-conformance reports and forward them to the manufacturer when non-conformance is identified.
• Ensure all non-conformance reports are closed prior to issuing delivery authorisation.
• Participate in factory meetings when manufacturing quality is on the agenda.
• Witness manufacturing testing and trial assemblies.
• Prepare clear and concise reports within the prescribed time frames (usually 24 hours after completion);
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing and photocopying documents and issuing certificates, complete special projects.
• Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or metallurgy, or a college degree combined with significant and relevant experience may be considered as equivalent;
• Candidates must have experiences with the following components: pressure vessels, reactor control components, turbine generator sets, forged raw materials for the large equipment, steam generator components and other major equipment for nuclear power plants.
• Certified W178.2 Welding Inspector, Certified as a NACE coating inspector, Qualified in non-destructive testing, ASME qualified (National Board, Authorized Inspection, Authorized Inspector Supervisor) and/or API qualified (510 – Pressure Vessels Inspector, 570 – Piping inspector or 936 – Refractory Inspector) would be important assets.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a QA Inspector in the nuclear industry.
• Knowledge of materials processing techniques.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition in English.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday/day work. Some exceptions might apply.
• Location: We are hiring locally but some travel might be required.
• Expected Start Date: Q4 2025 or Q1 2026
• By submitting your resume to SGS, you consent to SGS sharing it with its clients.
• Additional Information
• SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

• Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.
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