Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U65B
Main Propulsion Steam Generating Plant Inspector (SGPI) Candidate
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Prepares qualified propulsion engineering personnel for consideration as Main Propulsion Steam Generating Plant Inspectors. Builds the inspection knowledge needed to evaluate steam generating plant condition, maintenance quality, operating practices, and technical compliance.
Core Skills
- steam plant inspection
- boiler system knowledge
- maintenance quality assurance
- technical compliance review
- equipment condition assessment
- engineering documentation
- safety auditing
- operational procedure review
- root cause analysis
Common Certifications
- National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors Commission
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- API 580 Risk Based Inspection Personnel
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Boiler Inspection Fundamentals course
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Certified Quality Auditor preparation course
- Root Cause Analysis training
Career Growth
- National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors Commission
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- API 580 Risk Based Inspection Personnel
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.