Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Crown Technical Systems; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) in Dallas, TX to lead welding quality programs and ensure compliance with AWS, ASME, and API standards. You will develop and review WPS, PQR, and WPQ/WQT documentation, train welders, and support customers with technical welding guidance.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will collaborate with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams on process improvements and audits to maintain high standards across our metal

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification under AWS QC1 standards required.
• Strong hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, metal fabrication, aerospace, or automotive environment.
• Experience developing and qualifying WPS, PQR, and WPQ/WQT documentation.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and API 1104 welding codes and standards.
• Experience training, mentoring, and qualifying welders.
• Ability to work directly with customers and communicate technical welding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with customers to understand welding and fabrication requirements and provide technical guidance.
• Develop, review, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Testing (WQT/WPQ) documentation.
• Conduct welder qualification assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Deliver hands‑on training and coaching to welders on welding procedures, techniques, and quality requirements.
• Support production teams in troubleshooting welding‑related issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive welding process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with AWS, ASME, API, and customer‑specific welding requirements.
• Serve as the primary welding technical expert for customer interactions and audits.

Skills

CWI certification

Hands-on welding

WPS/PQR/WQT documentation

Customer interaction

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Welding/Manufacturing Engineering or Metallurgy

Job description

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands‑on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end‑to‑end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Certified Welding Inspector(CWI) located in Dallas, TX.

Reporting to the Quality Manager the Certified Welding Inspector(CWI) who is in charge of managing day-to-day operations and core functions of operations to achieve and maintain operational excellence.

What a typical day looks like:

• Partner directly with customers to understand welding and fabrication requirements and provide technical guidance.
• Develop, review, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Testing (WQT/WPQ) documentation.
• Conduct welder qualification assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Deliver hands‑on training and coaching to welders on welding procedures, techniques, and quality requirements.
• Support production teams in troubleshooting welding‑related issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive welding process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with AWS, ASME, API, and customer‑specific welding requirements.
• Serve as the primary welding technical expert for customer interactions and audits.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification under AWS QC1 standards required.
• Strong hands‑on welding experience in a manufacturing, metal fabrication, aerospace, or automotive environment.
• Experience developing and qualifying WPS, PQR, and WPQ/WQT documentation.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and API 1104 welding codes and standards.
• Experience training, mentoring, and qualifying welders.
• Ability to work directly with customers and confidently communicate technical welding requirements.
• Solid understanding of welding processes, fabrication techniques, and quality standards.
• Strong problem‑solving, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting customer audits, inspections, and qualification programs.
• Background in metal fabrication, aerospace, automotive, or heavy manufacturing industries.
• Experience improving welding procedures, productivity, and quality performance.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and welding defect investigations.
• Knowledge of welding automation, robotic welding, or advanced fabrication processes.
• Experience working in highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Previous responsibility for welder certification and training programs.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related technical field.

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Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown Technical Systems, you must complete the application process first).