Certified Weld Inspector

Legacy Industries; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Industries is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to inspect welded assemblies and fabricated components for compliance with AWS standards, engineering specs, customer requirements, and company quality standards.

The candidate will read drawings, identify weld defects, document nonconformances, and verify processes, while collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams. Overtime and weekend work may be required in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold current AWS CWI certification.
• 5+ years welding/fabrication/weld inspection experience.
• Knowledge of AWS codes, standards, and inspection practices.
• Ability to read drawings and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of welded assemblies to ensure compliance with codes.
• Identify weld defects, document nonconformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Maintain welding documentation including certifications and inspection reports.
• Verify processes, equipment, and personnel qualifications meet requirements.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues.
• Support safety audits and adhere to company procedures.

Skills

Welding codes knowledge

Blueprint reading

Inspection skills

Documentation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

AWS CWI certification

Tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for inspecting welded assemblies and fabricated components to ensure compliance with AWS standards, engineering specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of welded assemblies and fabricated components to ensure compliance with applicable welding codes and quality standards.
• Identify weld defects, document nonconformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, weld maps, and applicable specifications.
• Maintain welding documentation, including welder certifications, WPS, PQR, and inspection reports.
• Verify welding processes, equipment, and personnel qualifications meet applicable requirements.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve welding-related concerns.
• Support quality audits and ensure compliance with company safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, or weld inspection.
• Strong knowledge of AWS welding codes, standards, and inspection practices.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and GD&T requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical activities such as bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, and industrial materials.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Flexibility to travel between company locations and work overtime or weekends as business needs require.
• Expected hours: 56.0 per week

Special Requirements

This position requires compliance with U.S. Export Control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must meet the applicable "U.S. Person" requirements as defined by ITAR.

Legacy Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.