Certified Welding Inspector

Atlantic Constructors Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors is seeking an experienced Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to support the manufacturing of modular structures and welded assemblies. The role ensures welds meet codes, drawings, and quality standards throughout fabrication.

You will work with production, engineering, and quality teams to maintain inspection records, monitor welding procedures, and drive continuous improvement while growing within a supportive, safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• 3+ years welding inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, fabrication drawings and engineering documents.
• Experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and welded assemblies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of welded components and assemblies throughout fabrication and final assembly.
• Verify compliance with Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and applicable codes.
• Inspect structural frames, skids, lifting assemblies, supports, and modular components.
• Identify, document, and report welding nonconformances and quality issues.
• Maintain inspection reports and quality records.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

CWI certification

Read weld symbols

Documentation skills

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Join a Growing Modular Manufacturing Team

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to support the manufacturing of high-quality modular structures and welded assemblies. This position is responsible for ensuring welding operations meet applicable codes, engineering requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations throughout the fabrication process.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with strong structural welding inspection experience who is passionate about quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role offers significant growth potential as our quality and compliance programs continue to expand.

Position Overview

The Certified Welding Inspector will perform inspections of welded components and assemblies during fabrication and final production stages. Working closely with production personnel, engineering, and quality teams, the CWI will ensure all welds and welded structures conform to approved drawings, welding procedures, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

This position serves as the primary technical resource for welding quality within the facility and plays a critical role in delivering safe, code-compliant, and customer-ready modular products.

Key Responsibilities

Welding Inspection & Quality Control

• Perform visual inspections of welded components and assemblies throughout fabrication and final assembly.
• Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ), and applicable welding codes.
• Inspect structural steel frames, skids, lifting assemblies, equipment supports, and modular building components.
• Identify, document, and report welding nonconformances and quality issues.
• Verify corrective actions and repair activities are completed in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Conduct dimensional and workmanship inspections as required.

Quality Assurance Activities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality records.
• Verify compliance with fabrication drawings, engineering documents, specifications, and quality procedures.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Welding Program Support

• Maintain welder qualification and continuity records.
• Assist in the administration of welding quality programs and procedures.
• Support training initiatives related to welding quality and inspection requirements.
• Monitor welding consumable storage and handling practices.
• Assist with calibration and maintenance verification of inspection equipment.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Assist with Third-Party Inspection Agency (TPIA) inspections.
• Support compliance with modular construction and industrialized building requirements.
• Participate in customer, regulatory, and certification audits as required.
• Promote adherence to company safety policies and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of welding inspection experience.
• Experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and welded assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, fabrication drawings, and engineering documents.
• Working knowledge of FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW welding processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in modular construction, industrialized building manufacturing, or heavy structural fabrication.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Additional NDT certifications such as VT, PT, MT, or UT.
• Experience supporting TPIA inspections and regulatory compliance programs.
• Previous involvement in quality management or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform inspections throughout a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in fabrication, assembly, and outdoor environments as required.

Career Growth Opportunity

This position is expected to evolve alongside the growth of our manufacturing and quality programs. Future opportunities may include:

• Lead Welding Inspector
• Welding Quality Supervisor
• Quality Assurance Supervisor
• Quality Manager Development Path

Why Join Us?

• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to help build and shape quality systems
• Exposure to modular construction and industrialized manufacturing
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team-oriented culture

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Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer