Own the code. Our QC Team Lead holds the National Board stamp, signs the compliance documents, and is the final technical word on every pressure vessel that leaves our Calgary shop.

THE ROLE

Exchanger Industries Limited is Canada’s leading provider of custom heat transfer solutions. From our Calgary facility, we design and build shell-and-tube exchangers, air coolers, and ASME pressure vessels for customers across Western Canada and around the world.

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Quality, the QC Team Lead is accountable for the QC and Quality Assurance functions, the technical standard of QC inspections, and the compliance of our products with customer requirements, codes and standards. You will lead our QC inspection team, act as our technical authority on code compliance, and be the first point of contact for external quality audits. Every unit that leaves our shop carries our stamp, and you are accountable for it.

What you will own

▸ The technical standard of every QC inspection, and the compliance of our products with customer requirements, codes and standards

▸ Custody and issuance of our National Board Registration numbers and National Board stamp, and signature on Code Compliance documents

▸ Day to day leadership of our QC Inspectors, plus functional direction of NDE subcontractors, Third Party Inspectors and Authorized Inspectors

▸ The creation and execution of our Inspection and Test Plans, and the management of all inspection and NDE activity

▸ Welding Procedure Specifications, welder qualification, and Form U-1 and Manufacturer’s Data Report documentation

▸ First point of contact for ASME, National Board, CWB, ABSA and customer audits





▸ Support for the development of our corporate Quality System and QA/QC standard operating procedures

What you bring

▸ Minimum ten years of QA/QC leadership in industrial manufacturing that uses pressure welding extensively

▸ Current CWB Level 2 (CSA W178.2) certification, verifiable; CWB Level 3 preferred

▸ AMPP (formerly NACE) Coating Inspector Program (CIP) Level 1 required; CIP Level 2 preferred

▸ Direct experience with Form U-1, National Board registration and NBR number control

▸ Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII and B31.1 / B31.3 / B31.5, CSA B51 and B52, and CSA W47.1 / W59, including ABSA design registration and AB-number processes

▸ A two-year engineering technology diploma, a journeyperson certificate in welding or a related metal trade, or an equivalent combination of formal training and code-shop experience. Current certification (CWB, CGSB/SNT, AMPP) is the operative credential for this position

▸ Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel locally, nationally and internationally as required

Assets

▸ Welding Examiner certification strongly preferred; CGSB and/or SNT Level I to III certification in RT, UT, MT and PT preferred

Working conditions

▸ Heavy industrial welding and machining environment; regular standing, walking, stairs and bending. Regular local travel to vendor, partner and subcontractor facilities.

OUR CORE VALUES — RISE





▸ Respect and Safety First: prioritize respect and safety for wellbeing

▸ Integrity in Action: cultivate trust and accountability in every action

▸ Seek Growth: be curious, speak up, and embrace risk for innovation and growth

▸ Excel as a Team: work together for the best solutions, on time and within budget

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Exchanger Industries Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any ground protected under the Alberta Human Rights Act.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Perks

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Have you been personally responsible for completing Form U-1 and registering code items with the National Board?
- How many years have you spent leading or supervising QC inspection personnel in an ASME code manufacturing environment?
- What are your salary expectations?
- Please indicate your knowledge of NDE inspection methods and applications.
- Please indicate your knowledge and experience working with the relevant ASME BPV codes.

Experience:
- Leadership: 10 years (required)
- pressure vessel welding inspection: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- CWB Level 2 certification (required)
- NACE Level 1 certification (required)
- Welding examiner certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Quality Control Team Lead (Calgary)
🏢 Exchanger Industries
📍 Calgary