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Summary
We are looking for a Shift Inspection Engineer who will be in charge of our compound semiconductor Laser Wafer and Chip visual inspection to expand the capabilities of our semi-automated defect detection system in a cleanroom environment. Main tasks include visual inspection production line training for variety of product families, product inspection yield monitoring and improvement, inspection algorithm improvement, and regular inspection, maintenance, and optimization of tools/equipment.
Responsibilities
- Learn current inspection system and implement improvement for defect inspection overkill and escape
- Development of visual inspection recipes for new products
- Perform sampling review of chip photos from daily production and continuously collect escaped and overkilled photos for AI model building and retraining to reduce misdetection rate
- Review work orders rejected by Outgoing Quality Control department
- Troubleshooting for work orders with inspection issues
- Ensure production line meet uptime, cycle time and quality metrics, have the sense of urgency on resolution of production issues
- Inspection yield report analysis on a weekly basis
- Current inspection of hardware tool routine maintenance and new tool qualification
- Document process changes/updates in format of Standard Operating Procedure
- Technical training for operators and technicians
- Regularly and effectively communicate status of activities/project updates with colleagues
- Overtime may be needed for production line needs
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science
- Software/ Hardware Knowledge:
- Microsoft Access or SQL preferred
- Skills/ Abilities:
- Knowledge of cameras, lenses, optics, lighting, and others for image capture and processing
- DOE and data analysis capability
- Trouble-shoot capability
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
Why AOI?
- Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs
- Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
- Unused PTO payout at end of the year
- Relocation package available within US
- Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.
Summary
We are looking for a Shift Inspection Engineer who will be in charge of our compound semiconductor Laser Wafer and Chip visual inspection to expand the capabilities of our semi-automated defect detection system in a cleanroom environment. Main tasks include visual inspection production line training for variety of product families, product inspection yield monitoring and improvement, inspection algorithm improvement, and regular inspection, maintenance, and optimization of tools/equipment.
Responsibilities
- Learn current inspection system and implement improvement for defect inspection overkill and escape
- Development of visual inspection recipes for new products
- Perform sampling review of chip photos from daily production and continuously collect escaped and overkilled photos for AI model building and retraining to reduce misdetection rate
- Review work orders rejected by Outgoing Quality Control department
- Troubleshooting for work orders with inspection issues
- Ensure production line meet uptime, cycle time and quality metrics, have the sense of urgency on resolution of production issues
- Inspection yield report analysis on a weekly basis
- Current inspection of hardware tool routine maintenance and new tool qualification
- Document process changes/updates in format of Standard Operating Procedure
- Technical training for operators and technicians
- Regularly and effectively communicate status of activities/project updates with colleagues
- Overtime may be needed for production line needs
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science
- Software/ Hardware Knowledge:
- Microsoft Access or SQL preferred
- Skills/ Abilities:
- Knowledge of cameras, lenses, optics, lighting, and others for image capture and processing
- DOE and data analysis capability
- Trouble-shoot capability
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
Why AOI?
- Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs
- Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
- Unused PTO payout at end of the year
- Relocation package available within US
- Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in inspection engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, or related engineering discipline
- API 510, API 570, or API 653 inspection certification
- Experience with nondestructive testing methods including UT, MT, PT, and RT
- Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, P&IDs, and specifications
- Familiarity with ASME, AWS, NACE, and relevant industry codes and standards
- 3 to 5 years of field or plant inspection experience in oil and gas, construction, or manufacturing
Tips for Your Inspection Engineer Job Search
Lead your resume with certifications
Inspection engineers are screened heavily by credential. Put your AWS CWI, API 510, ASNT NDT Level II or III, or other inspection certifications in a dedicated section at the top, before your work history, so reviewers see them immediately.
Tailor your resume to the inspection discipline
A pipeline integrity role and a structural weld inspection role pull from different skill sets. Adjust your bullet points to emphasize the specific codes, standards, and inspection methods each opening lists, whether that is ASME, API, AWS, or NACE.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists inspection engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by industry code and project type
Inspection engineer roles in upstream oil and gas, power generation, and heavy civil construction each demand distinct domain knowledge. When you filter by industry, you spend your application effort on openings where your specific field experience is a direct match.
Prepare technical scenarios around code violations
Interviewers for inspection roles commonly ask how you handled a weld rejection, a failed hydrostatic test, or a pressure vessel that did not meet code. Have two or three detailed examples ready that walk through your finding, the standard you applied, and the resolution.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Per diem rates, travel coverage, and project duration significantly affect total pay in field inspection roles. Before accepting an offer, clarify daily travel allowances, rotation schedules, and whether overtime is included, since these terms often matter more than the base rate alone.
Inspection Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most inspection engineers?
The companies hiring the most inspection engineers right now include WSP, Consor, and Collins Engineers, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Massachusetts, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with capital project cycles, so checking listings regularly gives you the most accurate picture of where demand is concentrated.
How many inspection engineer jobs are remote?
About 56% of inspection engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most inspection work. Remote opportunities are most common in roles focused on document control, inspection planning, quality management systems, and third-party report review rather than direct field or plant inspection.
How do you become an inspection engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, chemical, or materials engineering. Gain field exposure through entry-level quality control, NDT technician, or engineering associate roles. Pursue discipline-specific certifications such as API 510 for pressure vessels or AWS CWI for welding. Building hands-on experience with codes like ASME and API alongside those credentials is what moves candidates into full inspection engineer roles.
How do you get hired as an inspection engineer with little experience?
Start by earning an entry-level NDT certification such as ASNT Level I or II in a method like ultrasonic testing or magnetic particle testing. Many inspection engineers begin as QC technicians or inspection assistants on construction or manufacturing sites. Demonstrating code familiarity, even from coursework or self-study of ASME or API standards, makes a meaningful difference when competing against other early-career candidates.
What does the inspection engineer interview process look like?
Most inspection engineer interviews include an initial screening call focused on your certifications and industry background, followed by a technical interview covering code interpretation, NDT methods, and how you document nonconformances. Some employers add a practical scenario where you walk through a hypothetical inspection finding. Final stages often involve a conversation with the project lead or client representative, particularly for contract or field-based roles.
Where can I find and apply to inspection engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to inspection engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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