Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Engineering Consulting Service; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is hiring a Certified Welding Inspector (Specialty Technician) to join our Richmond team for field observations, inspections, and testing across various construction materials including structural steel. You will collaborate with senior staff and project managers, with opportunities to engage in NDT activities and on-site testing.

Ideal candidates possess 2+ years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant certifications with the ability to lift heavy loads and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications from industry authorities (NDT).
• Must lift 40-70 lbs multiple times a day; occasionally 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Proficiency with electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• If your focus is NDE testing, calibrate NDE equipment.
• US Military ranks E-4/E-5 qualify if requirements met.

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: Perform observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of construction materials.
• Testing Procedures: Inspect structural steel and reinforcing steel, welded or bolted connections.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction; draft admin tasks and manage field equipment.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors and project managers; attend meetings as requested.
• Training and Development: Receive ECS methodology training and document findings precisely.

Skills

Field inspections

Communication skills

NDE knowledge

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

NDE calibration

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Certified Welding Inspector (Specialty Technician) to join our Richmond team and advance in a dynamic work environment. You'll work on a variety of projects performing field observations and inspections, and may also work with steel performing destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT).

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: Perform observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of various construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt and structural steel placement; Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers; Inspections may also be conducted in fabrication facilities.
• Testing Procedures: Conduct routine observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded or bolted connections using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards for documentation and compliance.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections; Engage in drafting and other administrative duties as required; Maintain organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as applicable.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers, keeping the team informed of changing site conditions and requested additional testing; Attend project meetings as requested.
• Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Career Development

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have or be willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities may be considered at ECS discretion).
• Position requires carrying 40-70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards.
• Good understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Functional ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-4/E-5

The expected pay range for this role and location is $25-$30/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.