Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) — Field QA (Structural)

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Use of take-home Company Vehicle with燃

Comprehensive group medical insurance

Certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

Employee life insurance

Short term disability

401K with company matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our CMT & Special Inspections team in Kennesaw, Georgia. This role focuses on structural steel fabrication, welding inspections, and special inspections for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will perform field inspections and QA to verify compliance with project specs, AWS standards, codes, and inspection practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; engineering, construction management, or related technical education preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience performing structural steel, welding, or special inspections.
• Must possess one or more of the following certifications: AWS CWI, ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector, or ICC Structural Steel & Bolting Special Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural steel and welding inspections in accordance with AWS, ICC, project specifications, and applicable building codes.
• Conduct inspections of welded and bolted structural steel connections.
• Observe shop and field fabrication activities to ensure compliance with approved construction documents.
• Review welding procedures, welder qualifications, material certifications, and inspection reports.
• Document inspection findings and prepare detailed field reports utilizing electronic reporting systems.
• Communicate inspection results, deficiencies, and corrective actions with contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders.
• Perform visual inspections of structural steel framing, welds, and related construction activities.
• Coordinate with NOVA engineers, project managers, and clients to support quality assurance objectives.
• Maintain certification requirements and stay current with applicable codes, standards, and inspection methodologies.
• Adhere to NOVA’s safety policies and procedures while performing field assignments.

Skills

CWI certification

3+ years experience

read drawings/welding symbols

AWS D1.1 knowledge

communication skills

valid driver's license

outdoor work

Education

High school diploma

Engineering/Construction Management preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our CMT & Special Inspections team in Kennesaw, Georgia. This role focuses on structural steel fabrication, welding inspections, and special inspections for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will perform field inspections and QA to verify compliance with project specs, AWS standards, codes, and inspection practices.