AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) - Fabrication

Hitachi Energy; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Crystal Springs is seeking an experienced AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Quality team. The successful candidate will inspect welded components, verify compliance with welding codes, document inspection results, and collaborate with Production and Quality to ensure top-notch quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include visual/dimensional weld inspections, NDT coordination, and maintaining audit-ready records.

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification is required.
• 3–5+ years of welding inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes and structural steel codes.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and WPS/PQR documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds on various projects and structures.
• Verify weld procedures meet specified codes and standards (AWS D1.1, ASME IX, API).
• Review weld maps, procedures, and related documentation; maintain inspection reports for traceability.
• Coordinate NDT (MT, PT, UT) testing.
• Provide technical guidance to welders and production teams on welding quality issues.
• Identify and track non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure safety and environmental regulations are followed during inspections.

Skills

Welding inspection

Blueprints interpretation

Quality standards knowledge

NDT coordination

Tools

Weld gauges

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy Crystal Springs is seeking an experienced AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Quality team. A current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required for this position. Candidates who do not possess an active AWS CWI certification will not be considered. In this role, you will inspect welded components, verify compliance with welding codes and standards, document inspection results, and work closely with Production and Quality teams to ensure the highest levels of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

How You'll Make an Impact

Manufacturing Quality Control work includes: Auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of manufacturing processes and/or outputs against defined internal and regulatory standards. Testing random samples of finished goods. Reporting manufacturing process deviations and defects in finished goods and liaising with Quality Assurance to troubleshoot and resolve problems. An Experienced Professional (P2) applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. May require the following proficiency: Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspections: Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds on various projects, components, and structures.




• Compliance: Verify that welding procedures and techniques meet specified codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API).




• Documentation: Review weld maps, procedures, and related documentation; maintain detailed inspection reports and records for traceability and audit purposes.




• NDT Coordination: Perform or coordinate Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) such as magnetic particle (MT), dye penetrant (PT), and ultrasonic (UT) testing.




• Welder Support: Provide technical assistance and guidance to welders and production teams regarding welding procedures and quality issues.




• Corrective Action: Identify, document, and track non-conformances (weld defects) and recommend corrective actions to resolve issues.




• Safety Adherence: Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA) during inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Current Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) credential through the American Welding Society (AWS) or equivalent (e.g., CSWIP).




• Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in welding inspection, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or shipbuilding environments.




• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) and structural steel welding codes.




• Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and WPS/PQR documents.




• Equipment: Proficiency in using inspection tools such as weld gauges, micrometers, and calipers.