Certified Welding Inspector

JM Chandler Dream Builders; Webster Groves (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Special Inspections & Design (SID) is seeking an experienced Certified Welding Inspector to inspect pressure vessels, tanks, piping, and structural steel. The role combines field inspections with occasional office work in Missouri/Illinois and requires strong API/NDT credentials and reporting skills.

The position offers full-time employment with competitive pay, medical insurance, and 401(k) benefits. Travel and overnight stays are expected, with per diem provided by SID where applicable.

Qualifications

• 3+ years inspection experience in vessel, tank, piping and/or structural steel industry.
• Current API 510, 653, and/or 570 certification or able to pass exam within 6 months.
• NDT certifications or qualifiable to NDT Level II in UT, MT, PT, & MFE.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification.
• Working knowledge of industry standard codes CAWS, API, ASME, NACE, ANSI.
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and AutoCAD proficiency).

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and PSM evaluations (API 653, 570, 510).
• Perform fabrication shop and field inspections of welded and bolted structural steel.
• Perform MT, PT, UT, UT Phased Array, MFE, Vacuum Box testing techniques.
• Load test components using portable hydraulic systems and calibrated load cells.
• Write technical reports and complete Code calculations for inspections.
• Manage projects for PSM and structural related work.
• Maintain relationships with clients and promote SID to new clientele.

Job description

About the job Certified Welding Inspector

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Special Inspections & Design (SID) is a leading provider of specialized engineering services in the structural, mechanical, industrial, and welding fields in Missouri and Illinois.
• Our professionals are technical experts in structural engineering design, process safety management (PSM), welding inspection, civil special inspections, and nondestructive testing (NDT).
• We are seeking an experienced inspector (3+ years) for an opportunity to inspect and test new and existing pressure vessels, storage tanks, process piping, and structural steel projects.
• This position is full-time with competitive pay, medical insurance, and 401K benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Your duties will include but are not limited to:
• Conducting visual inspections and PSM (API 653, 570, and 510) evaluations.
• Conducting fabrication shop and field inspections of welded and bolted structural steel.
• Performing MT, PT, UTT, UTS, Phased Array UT, MFE, Vacuum Box testing techniques.
• Load testing components using portable hydraulic systems and calibrated load cells.
• Writing technical reports & completing Code calculations for inspections performed.
• Project management duties for PSM and structural related projects.
• Maintaining positive relationships with clients and promoting SID to new clientele.
• Your home office can be in Chesterfield, MO or in Collinsville, IL. Expect 70% field work (inside, outdoors, and confined space) and 30% office work. Some assignments may require overnight stay where per diem and mileage will be paid by SID.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates should have all or some of the following qualifications:
• 3 years inspection experience in vessel, tank, piping and/or structural steel industry.
• Current API 510, 653, and/or 570 certification or able to pass the exam within 6 months.
• NDT certifications or qualifiable to NDT Level 11 in UT, MT, PT, & MFE.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification.
• Working knowledge of industry standard codes CAWS, API, ASME, NACE, ANSI).
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and AutoCAD proficiency).
• Your direct supervisor will be an API Certified 510, 653, 570 Professional Engineer holding ASNT NDT Level Ill certification (UT, MT, & PT). Mr. Fults can train candidates and certify qualified NDT inspectors.