Certified Welding Inspector

Novax Recruitment Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) contributions

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Novax Recruitment Group is partnering with an established Western New York fabricator seeking a Certified Welding Inspector to oversee welding and fabrication quality from start to finish. You will verify compliance with AWS D1.1, D1.5, approved procedures, drawings, and project specs.

You will lead visual inspections, review documentation, and coordinate with welders and production teams. Relocation support may be offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Current AWS CWI certification.
• Experience in structural steel fabrication and welding inspection.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and ideally D1.5/bridge fabrication.
• Experience with UT/MT/PT/RT is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural steel, bridge components and welded assemblies throughout fabrication.
• Perform visual weld inspections (VT) and identify defects or non-conformances.
• Ensure welding and fabrication comply with AWS D1.1/D1.5 requirements.
• Review drawings, welding procedures, specifications and inspection documentation.
• Inspect weld preparation, fit-up, welding activities and completed welds.
• Collaborate with welders, supervisors and production to resolve quality issues.
• Complete inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Monitor corrective actions and ensure issues are addressed.

Skills

AWS CWI certification

Structural steel fabrication

Welding inspection

D1.1 knowledge

D1.5 knowledge

NDT (UT/MT/PT/RT)

Drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Job description

Salary: Up to $95,000 + Overtime

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with an established AISC-certified structural steel fabricator in Western New York with a strong backlog of structural steel, bridge and heavy fabrication projects, offering excellent stability and long-term opportunity.

This shop-based CWI position gives you the chance to work on complex, high-quality projects alongside experienced fabrication and quality teams, while playing a key role in maintaining AWS standards.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Certified Welding Inspector, you will oversee welding and fabrication quality throughout the production process. You will ensure structural steel and bridge components are fabricated in accordance with AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, approved welding procedures, drawings and project specifications:

• Inspect structural steel, bridge components and welded assemblies throughout fabrication.
• Perform visual weld inspections (VT) and identify defects or non-conformances.
• Ensure welding and fabrication comply with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
• Review drawings, welding procedures, specifications and inspection documentation.
• Inspect weld preparation, fit-up, welding activities and completed welds.
• Work closely with welders, supervisors and production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Complete accurate inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Monitor corrective actions and ensure issues are addressed appropriately.
• Support or coordinate additional NDT activities, including UT, MT, PT and RT where required.
• Help maintain consistent quality standards and reduce rework across the fabrication shop.

What They’re Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Previous experience in structural steel fabrication and welding inspection.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1 and ideally AWS D1.5 / bridge fabrication.
• Experience within an AISC-certified fabrication environment is preferred.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, welding symbols, WPSs and project specifications.
• Strong understanding of welding processes, fabrication practices and quality requirements.
• Experience with UT, MT, PT or RT is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work directly with production teams.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider quality team.

What’s On Offer

• Up to $95,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Overtime opportunities.
• First and second shift options.
• Full benefits package.
• 401(k) contributions.
• Shop-based working environment.
• Strong project backlog and continued company growth.
• Exposure to major structural steel and bridge fabrication projects.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

This is a chance to take the next step in your structural steel career with an established and growing business, where you’ll have real ownership of complex projects while helping lead and develop the wider PM team.

With a strong benefits package, reliable profit-sharing, continued growth and a collaborative working environment, it offers both senior-level responsibility and long-term career potential.