Inspections Engineer

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SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting—supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.

Job Title: Inspection Engineer – Pressure Equipment
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: UK Field Based - Predominantly covering West Midlands, Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 16.30pm
Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle/Allowance + Benefits
Industry: Testing, Inspection & Certification / Engineering

We are looking for an experienced Inspection Engineer to join our Industrial Services team. This is a field-based role carrying out inspections of pressure equipment and associated systems to ensure compliance with UK Regulations, European Directives, and industry standards. You will work across a wide range of client sites, delivering high-quality inspection services while maintaining the highest standards of safety, integrity, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of pressure equipment and containment systems in accordance with PED, PESR, ADR, TPED and TPER requirements.
• Independently assess and report inspection findings in line with SGS procedures, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage inspection activities safely and effectively, ensuring compliance with risk assessments, health and safety legislation, and company policies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues and customers on pressure equipment inspection and compliance matters.
• Carry out inspection duties in a commercially focused manner, supporting operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in:

• Inspection of pressure vessels, piping systems, safety accessories, and related pressure equipment.
• Working within engineering, inspection, manufacturing, process, petrochemical, or industrial environments.
• Applying UK and European pressure equipment regulations and standards.
• Delivering statutory inspections and producing technical reports.
• Working independently while maintaining high levels of accuracy and professional judgement.

You will also have the following:

• Engineering Technician qualification, ONC with relevant experience, or completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• Strong understanding of Pressure Equipment Directive (PED 2014/68/EU) and Pressure Equipment Safety Regulations (PESR/PSSR).
• Knowledge of the carriage of dangerous goods regulations or a related industry sector.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.
• Understanding of Health & Safety at Work legislation and safe systems of work.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• HNC or HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Membership of a recognised professional engineering institution with evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Knowledge of SAFed technical guidance documentation.
• Specialist qualifications such as LEEA, CCSNG Passport to Safety, IOSH Working Safely, IPAF, Confined Space, Working at Height, or Wire Rope Examiner certifications.
• Experience working within accredited inspection environments and quality management systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to join a leading global inspection and certification organisation, where you will have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while supporting a diverse range of industrial clients across the UK.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: 

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.