Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Fenagh Engineering and Testing; City of Langley; Vor Ort; CAD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering firm is seeking a CWI Inspector for the night shift in Langley, British Columbia. This role involves the visual and technical inspection of welds, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols. The ideal candidate should possess a current AWS CWI credential and have 3–5 years of welding inspection experience. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential in mentoring welders and maintaining quality standards. Work will occur in an industrial environment, often facing extreme conditions.

Qualifikationen

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential is mandatory.
• 3–5 years of inspection or advanced welding experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and interpreting weld symbols.

Aufgaben

• Conduct visual examinations and oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports.
• Verify compliance with safety standards and project specifications.

Kenntnisse

Visual inspection

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Weld gauges

Jobbeschreibung

Fenagh Engineering and Testing provides special inspections, geotechnical engineering, and other materials testing services for a wide array of private and public sector clients.

We are seeking a CWI Inspector to perform visual inspections at our steel shop in Langley, British Columbia.

This is a nightshift role - 5pm-2am. We are not looking for a CWB.

Job Summary

The CWI is responsible for the visual and technical inspection of welds before, during, and after fabrication. This role involves verifying that all welding activities comply with industry codes (e.g., AWS D1.1), project specifications, and safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection & Testing: Conduct visual examinations and oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) such as magnetic particle or ultrasonic testing to identify defects like porosity, cracks, or undercut.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed reports, including Welding Procedure Specifications and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
• Compliance: Verify that base and filler metals meet project requirements and that welders are operating with the correct equipment and certifications.
• Mentorship & Training: Provide technical guidance to welders, assist with welder performance qualification tests, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Safety Enforcement: Ensure all hot work permits and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards are strictly followed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certification: Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential is mandatory.
• Experience: 3–5 years of inspection or advanced welding experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading blueprints, interpreting weld symbols, and using precision tools like calipers, micrometers, and various weld gauges.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills to relay technical discrepancies to both management and fabrication teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in industrial environments, which may include extreme temperatures, loud noise, and tight spaces

We have a great culture defined as:

• Meticulous -- quality and precision-focused.
• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking.
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with robust performance culture.