Certified Weld Inspector / Fabrication Inspector

Colonial Group; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Equipment Company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, seeks a Certified Weld Inspector to perform Level II visual inspections of welds and oversee third-party NDT inspections in our inspection lab and manufacturing environments. You will interpret weld symbols, engage with engineering prints, and prepare detailed VT reports under NOFORN restrictions.

The role requires excellent reading comprehension, strong math/physics related to welding, and the ability to coordinate multiple

Qualifications

• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification (AWS).
• NAVSEA weld inspector – NDT Level II preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints and GD&T.
• Strong math and physics related to welding.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and handle physical tasks.
• Experience with VT/NDT inspections and writing clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Routinely perform Level II Visual Inspection of Welds.
• Oversee 3rd party NDT inspections as needed.
• Interpret weld symbols on engineering prints and GD&T requirements.
• Prepare VT reports and maintain documentation records.
• Visit suppliers to perform VT and dimensional inspections as needed.
• Assist in developing Weld and NDT procedures/programs.

Skills

Visual inspection

GD&T interpretation

Reading comprehension

Math & physics for welding

Blueprints & drawings

Documentation & reports

Project coordination

Communication skills

MS Office

NOFORN compliance awareness

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauging equipment

Windows OS

MS Office suite

Job description

Position Title: Certified Weld Inspector

Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Position Summary

Federal Equipment Company has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. Through the years the company has emerged into an internationally recognized organization with extensive expertise in marine design/engineering and manufacturing of critical shipboard systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Certified Weld Inspector. The Weld Inspector (NDT LII Weld) will be responsible for level II inspecting of Welds. Overseeing 3rd party inspections and preparing a variety of required reports. This role requires time spent in our Inspection Lab and other Manufacturing environments within FEC. Team members wear many hats and cover several areas of responsibility and this position is no different. his role will fulfill duties as described below, as well as technical and clerical duties that arise when bottlenecks present themselves. This position is one of proactivity, continuous improvement, and integrity for the overall quality of the company.

Essential Job Functions

• Routinely perform Level II Visual Inspection of Welds.
• May perform receiving, in-process, and final dimensional inspections (experience interpreting engineering prints using GD&T preferred but will train).
• Overseeing 3rd party NDT Inspections as needed.
• Interpret weld symbols and requirements on engineering prints.
• Interpret weld codes and industry standards as required.
• Complete VT Reports as required.
• Visit local Suppliers to perform VT and dimensional Inspections as needed.
• Manage/maintain equipment and records as required.
• Assist in creating/maintaining Weld and NDT Procedures/Programs as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification (AWS)
• NAVSEA weld inspector – NDT Level II preferred
• Must have excellent reading comprehension skills.
• Good math skills, especially algebra, trigonometry and physicsrelated to welding.
• Must have good organizational and planning skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Able to comprehend blueprints and drawings
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Works well in a fast-faced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision
• Proven ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of working in a customer-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity
• Results-oriented with willingness to take responsibility
• NDT VT Level II experience
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, (digital AND dial/analog - micrometers, calipers) test sets, and gauging equipment, a plus
• Ability to read customer drawings and specifications, GD&T experience a plus
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as dimensions, tolerance, etc.
• Ability to operate Windows based computers and working knowledge of typical office programs - i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.