CERTIFIED WELD INSPECTOR

Ravelin Defense Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravelin Defense Inc. in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Welding Inspector with AWS CWI or ASNT VT Level II certification to join our defense manufacturing team. Responsibilities include reading drawings, interpreting welding symbols, performing visual tests, and documenting VT reports and weld maps.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of welding inspection and 3+ years of dimensional inspection, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• US citizen required.
• AWS CWI or ASNT VT Level II certification required.
• 6+ years welding inspection experience required.
• 3+ years dimensional inspection experience required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret basic drawings, weld procedure specifications (WPS), and welding symbols.
• Able to identify weld discontinuities.
• Fully inspect weldments and sub-weldments.
• Document results of inspections, including VT reports and weld maps.
• Comprehend the introduction to First Article Inspection (FAIs).
• Communicate welding nonconformances to Welding Supervisor, Welding Trainer, Welder Development Coordinator, Lead Weld Inspector.
• Maintain material certifications and inspection documentation.
• Label nonconforming parts.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills is required.

Skills

Reading drawings

Welding symbols

Welding inspection

Documentation (VT reports, weld maps)

Safety procedures

Communication

Measuring tools

Fast-paced environment

Education

GED/High School Diploma/Technical Degree

Tools

Fillet gauge

V-WAC gauge

Combination square

Protractor

Caliper

Tape measure

Temperature crayon

Flashlight

Mirror

Magnifying glass

Job description

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret basic drawings, weld procedure specifications (WPS), and welding symbols
• Able to identify weld discontinuities
• Basic understanding of weld acceptance criteria
• Basic weld inspection tool usage: fillet gauge, V-WAC gauge, combination square, protractor, caliper, tape measure, flashlight, mirror, magnifying glass, temperature crayon
• Ability to answer welding-related questions or know where to direct questions
• Fully inspect weldments and sub-weldments
• Document results of inspections, including VT reports and weld maps
• Comprehend the introduction to First Article Inspection (FAIs)
• Communicate welding nonconformances to Welding Supervisor, Welding Trainer, Welder Development Coordinator, Lead Weld Inspector
• Maintain material certifications and inspection documentation
• Label nonconforming parts
• Use calibrated measuring equipment where applicable
• Follow all safety procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required
• Good verbal and written communication skills is required

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements of Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

Must be a US citizen.

Education:

• GED/High School Diploma/Technical Degree

Experience:

• 1-3 Years welding - preferred
• 6+ Years welding inspection experience - required
• 3+ Years of dimensional inspection experience - required

Specialized Experience:

• AWS CWI or ASNT VT Level II – required

Ability to be certified to ASNT VT Level II in-house within 30 days of hire

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described below are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Frequently: sit, grasp/hold, fine manipulation of both hands
• Occasionally: reach at shoulder, lift/carry, and walk
• Seldom: stand, reach below shoulder, reach above shoulder