About This Role
This role is for a Certified Welding Inspector who will ensure all welding activities meet project specifications, approved procedures, applicable codes, and client requirements. The inspector will perform inspections, coordinate non-destructive testing, verify welder qualifications, and maintain quality documentation throughout fabrication and construction activities.
Responsibilities
- Perform visual inspections before, during, and after welding activities
- Verify compliance with approved WPS, PQR, and applicable welding codes
- Monitor fit-up, joint preparation, preheat, welding parameters, and post-weld activities
- Identify weld defects and recommend corrective actions
- Verify completed welds meet acceptance criteria
- Coordinate and witness NDT activities including Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), and Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Review and validate NDT reports
- Monitor third-party testing contractors
- Verify welder certifications and continuity records
- Witness welder performance qualification tests
- Ensure only qualified welders perform welding activities
- Maintain inspection reports and weld logs
- Track repair rates and non-conformance reports (NCRs)
- Verify material traceability
- Support turnover and project closeout documentation
- Ensure compliance with company safety requirements
- Participate in audits and client inspections
- Assist with corrective and preventive action implementation
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (technical degree preferred)
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required
- 5+ years of welding inspection experience in industrial, mining, energy, or heavy construction projects
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice to have:
- Strong understanding of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW)
- Knowledge of AWS, ASME, API, ASTM, and project specifications
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and isometrics
- Working knowledge of NDT methods
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
- Effective communication with field personnel and clients
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
- NDT Level II certifications (UT, MT, PT, RT) preferred
- Experience with quality management software and digital inspection systems
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
