Certified Welding Inspector

ACTalent; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Company vehicle with gas card

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Welding Inspector to perform code-compliant structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry components. This role involves field inspections, review of drawings and specs, and coordination with contractors and engineers to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will hold an AWS CWI credential, have NDT Level II UT capability, and possess ICC certifications.

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification is required.
• NDT Level II UT Shear Wave capability is preferred.
• ICC certifications in Structural Masonry, Structural Steel, and Reinforced Concrete are advantageous.
• Experience performing welding inspection and QA/QC in construction or fabrication environments.
• Ability to read plans, specs and welding details.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded steel, concrete, and masonry components per plans and specs.
• Interpret drawings, welding details, and inspection criteria to verify quality and design conformity.
• Execute field inspections, evaluate workmanship, and identify nonconforming work needing correction.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and inspectors to communicate findings and support safety procedures.
• Document inspection activities with daily reports, test results, observations, deficiencies, corrections, and photos.
• Apply AWS CWI credentials to inspections to ensure code compliance.
• Use NDT Level II UT Shear Wave when applicable for weld testing.
• Leverage ICC certifications to enhance inspection breadth when held.
• Support reports, review specs, and coordinate inspection schedules.

Skills

AWS CWI credential

NDT Level II UT Shear Wave

Welding inspection

Documentation & reporting

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

ICC certifications

Job description

Job Description

This role focuses on performing code-compliant structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and other building components in alignment with approved plans, specifications, and project requirements. The Welding Inspector ensures that fabricated and installed work meets applicable quality standards and design requirements, supports construction quality and safety procedures, and provides clear documentation and communication to project stakeholders.

Job Title: Welding Inspector

Job Description

This role focuses on performing code-compliant structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and other building components in alignment with approved plans, specifications, and project requirements. The Welding Inspector ensures that fabricated and installed work meets applicable quality standards and design requirements, supports construction quality and safety procedures, and provides clear documentation and communication to project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and other building components in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Interpret structural drawings, welding details, construction specifications, and inspection criteria to verify that fabricated and installed work satisfies applicable quality standards and design requirements.
• Execute field inspections and testing activities, evaluate workmanship and material conditions, and identify discrepancies or nonconforming work that require clarification, correction, or additional evaluation.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, special inspectors, and other project stakeholders to communicate inspection findings, resolve field questions, and support adherence to construction quality and safety procedures.
• Document inspection activities through detailed daily reports, including test results, observations, deficiencies, corrective actions, photographs, and relevant project information.
• Apply an active AWS Certified Welding Inspector credential to structural steel and welding inspection assignments to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Utilize NDT Level II UT Shear Wave capability, when applicable, to perform advanced non-destructive testing of welds and structural components.
• Leverage ICC certifications in Structural Masonry, Structural Steel, and Reinforced Concrete, when held, to enhance the technical quality and breadth of inspection services.
• Support both field and office-related tasks, including preparation of inspection reports, review of specifications, and coordination of inspection schedules.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated ability to perform welding inspection and structural quality control and quality assurance inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, construction specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong understanding of welding inspection practices, including evaluation of weld quality and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Experience conducting quality control inspection and quality assurance inspection in construction or structural fabrication environments.
• Active AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential applied to structural steel and welding inspection assignments.
• Ability to clearly document findings and prepare detailed daily inspection reports, including test results, observations, and corrective actions.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with contractors, engineers, special inspectors, and other stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify nonconforming work and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• NDT Level II UT Shear Wave capability, providing advanced non-destructive testing expertise for welds and structural components.
• ICC certifications in Structural Masonry, Structural Steel, and Reinforced Concrete, offering added technical value across multiple structural materials.
• Experience working in both field and office environments, balancing on-site inspections with documentation and coordination tasks.
• Ability to learn and follow safety rules, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions as part of daily inspection activities.
• Experience in welding, welding inspection, or related technical fields that supports accurate evaluation of structural steel and welded components.

Work Environment

The role involves a combination of field and office work, with regular travel to various work sites. The position includes the use of a take-home company vehicle with a gas card for daily travel to job locations. Work is based out of a regional office in the Charlotte, NC area, with time spent both on construction sites performing inspections and in the office preparing reports and reviewing plans and specifications. The environment emphasizes adherence to safety procedures, proper use of inspection equipment, and professional interaction with contractors, engineers, and other project stakeholders.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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