QC Welding Inspector

Seraj Steel Industries; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural steel fabrication company in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Welding Inspector. This role focuses on ensuring quality in steel fabrication processes, emphasizing hands-on inspection rather than desk work. Ideal candidates should possess CSWIP 3.1 certification, with 3.2 or 3.3 preferred, and a proven background in fabrication yards. The position requires familiarity with welding standards and strong skills in visual inspection and quality management.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on inspection experience in an active fabrication yard.
• Strong working knowledge of welding processes.
• Experience in NDT coordination and report review.

Responsibilities

• Inspect various steel structures including beams and columns.
• Conduct visual inspection and NCR issuance.
• Review welding deviations and repair methods.

Skills

Steel structures fabrication

Welding processes: SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, SAW

Ability to read and interpret structural shop drawings

Visual inspection

Education

CSWIP 3.1

CSWIP 3.2 or CSWIP 3.3

Job description

Welding Inspector (CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 / 3.3) – Structural Steel Fabrication

We are hiring an experienced Welding Inspector for structural steel fabrication works. This role is for inspectors with real fabrication yard experience, not desk‑only inspection.

Certification Requirement

• CSWIP 3.1 – Minimum
• CSWIP 3.2 or CSWIP 3.3 – Strongly Preferred

Key Experience Required

• Proven experience in steel structures fabrication, including:
• Beams, columns, plates, bracing, built‑up sections
• Strong hands‑on inspection experience in an active fabrication yard
• Solid working knowledge of:
  • WPS / PQR / WPQ
  • Welding processes: SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, SAW
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Structural shop drawings
  • Welding symbols
  • ITPs and quality plans
• Experience with:
  • Visual inspection
  • Fit‑up and root pass inspection
  • Final weld inspection
  • NCR issuance and follow‑up
  • NDT coordination and report review

Preferred (High‑Value Candidates)

• CSWIP 3.2 or CSWIP 3.3
• Ability to technically review or support:
  • WPS / PQR evaluations
  • Welding deviations and repair methods
• Experience working with:
  • Consultants
  • EPC contractors
  • Third‑party inspectors
• Familiarity with international standards:
  • AWS D1.1
  • AISC
  • ISO 3834

Added Advantage

• Coating / painting inspection experience, including:
  • Surface preparation & blasting
  • DFT measurement
  • Environmental condition checks
  • Knowledge of SSPC / NACE / BGAS or equivalent coating standards