Certified Welding Inspector

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to conduct field and shop inspections for structural steel, industrial, and infrastructure projects in Metairie, LA and surrounding sites. The role ensures welds, fabrication, and materials meet engineering specs and codes.

The ideal candidate holds an AWS CWI, has 3–5 years of inspection experience, understands welding symbols and code standards (AWS D1.1, ASME, API), and can travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• Active AWS CWI credential required.
• 3–5 years of hands-on welding inspection experience.
• Knowledge of welding symbols and code standards (AWS D1.1, ASME, API).
• NDT certifications (MT/PT/UT) are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual examinations (VT) and dimensional checks of welds and pre-weld fit-ups.
• Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), PQR, and WPQ.
• Ensure compliance with codes and project blueprints/specifications.
• Document inspection activities, daily field reports, and non-conformance issues.
• Coordinate with project managers, site superintendents, and engineers on QA findings.
• Oversee or perform NDT as required by project scope.

Skills

AWS CWI

NDT (MT/PT/UT)

Field inspections

Job description

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Location: Metairie, LA (and surrounding regional project sites)

Pay: Depending on experience

Shift: Full-time, Day Shift

Job Overview

A leading local engineering firm is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to conduct field and shop inspections for structural steel, industrial, and infrastructure projects. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that all field welding, structural fabrication, and material installations meet exact engineering specifications, client standards, and industry codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual examinations (VT) and dimensional checks of pre-weld fit-ups, active welds, and completed structural welds.

• Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).

• Ensure strict adherence to applicable codes (such as AWS D1.1, ASME, and API) and project blueprints/specifications.

• Document all inspection activities, complete daily field reports, and log any non-conformance issues or necessary repair procedures.

• Coordinate directly with project managers, site superintendents, and structural engineers regarding quality assurance findings.

• Oversee or perform non-destructive testing (NDT) as required by project scope.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential required.

• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in welding inspection, structural steel fabrication, or civil/industrial engineering inspection.

• Strong knowledge of structural engineering prints, welding symbols, and industry code standards.

• NDT certifications (such as MT, PT, or UT Level II) are a strong plus.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel to assigned job sites.

• Background check (BG) and drug screen (DT) required.

• Physical ability to climb ladders/scaffolding, navigate active job sites in outdoor weather conditions, and lift up to 50 lbs.