Certified Welding Inspector

CWI

The CWI will be a key member of the Quality Department working closely with the Quality Manager QC Supervisor and Shop Foreman/Supervisor. This individual will conduct inspections review procedures and support the Quality team in ensuring compliance with codes customer specifications and internal standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to determine if weldments meet acceptance criteria per applicable codes standards or customer specifications (ASME AWS API or project-specific requirements).
• Conduct visual inspection of completed work and recommend repairs when necessary.
• Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and welder qualification records including bend testing.
• Read and interpret job specifications shop drawings and fabrication plans to ensure proper layout fit up and weldment quality.
• Prepare detailed accurate inspection reports and maintain organized documentation and filing systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management production and other employees.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to welding personnel and less-experienced inspectors.
• Collaborate with production engineering and management to resolve welding or quality-related issues.
• Assist with audits continuous improvement initiatives and other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred; active AWS CWI strongly preferred.
• Hands-on welding experience and/or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ASME B31 ASME BPVC Section VIII and Section IX is a plus (not required).
• Understanding of Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) filler metal selection and welder qualification testing.
• Knowledge of welding techniques for carbon steel stainless steel and alloys including FCAW SMAW GTAW GMAW and SAW.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel and Word with general computer and email proficiency.
• Strong attention to detail ethical standards and self-motivation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively be proactive and assist the Quality team when needed.

ASNT SNT-TC-1A NDT Level II certification in one or more methods:

• Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT Shear Wave preferred)
• Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Visual Testing (VT)
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in QC or welding inspection.
• Experience with quality audits process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Education & Training
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional formal training or certifications in welding inspection or quality systems is a plus.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift bend and perform inspections in a pipe fabrication environment.
• Comfortable working in varied environments including elevated areas confined spaces and around active fabrication operations.
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.