Certified Welding Inspector – CWI - Full Time/Part Time - Augusta, ME

Pennoni; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking Certified Welding Inspectors to support QA fabrication inspection programs for transportation infrastructure in Augusta, ME and surrounding states. The role focuses on inspection of structural steel fabrication, welding and coatings at off-site facilities supporting DOT projects.

Travel to project sites is required, with adherence to AWS D1.1/D1.5, AASHTO, and DOT specifications. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential for detailed reporting and client

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification required.
• 0–3 years structural steel fabrication inspection experience.
• Experience in fabrication shop environments and travel readiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of structural steel fabrication, welding, and coatings.
• Verify compliance with shop drawings, WPS/PQRs, and welder certifications.
• Ensure adherence to AWS D1.1/D1.5, AASHTO, and DOT specifications.
• Monitor fabrication processes including welding, bolting, and coating.
• Witness and document NDT activities.
• Identify and report non-conformances and prepare daily reports.
• Coordinate with fabricators and project teams and provide updates to clients.

Skills

Inspection experience

Fabrication shop experience

Documentation and communication

Travel ability

Education

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Tools

AWS D1.1/D1.5 knowledge

Job description

Pennoni is seeking Fulltime and Part Time Certified Welding Inspectors in Augusta, ME in addition to CT, MA, NH, NY, RI and VT to support QA fabrication inspection programs for transportation infrastructure projects. This position involves inspection of structural steel fabrication, welding, and coatings at off-site fabrication facilities supporting transportation agency projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of structural steel fabrication, welding, and coatings
• Verify compliance with shop drawings, WPS/PQRs, and welder certifications
• Ensure adherence to applicable codes and standards, including AWS D1.5/D1.1, AASHTO, and DOT specifications
• Monitor fabrication processes including welding, bolting, and coating
• Witness and document NDT activities
• Identify and report non-conformances
• Prepare detailed daily reports
• Coordinate with fabricators and project teams
• Provide updates to clients, and internal project teams

Required Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• Minimum 0-3 years structural steel fabrication inspection experience
• Experience in fabrication shop environments
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1/D1.5 requirements
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to travel

Preferred Qualifications

• NDT certifications (UT, MT, RT film interpretation)
• Coating inspection experience (AMPP/NACE/SSPC)
• Bolting inspection experience
• DOT fabrication inspection experience
• Fracture-critical inspection experience

Work Environment

Work is primarily at fabrication facilities with travel based on project needs. Overtime or weekend work may be required. Travel reimbursement is generally in accordance with GSA guidelines or contract requirements.

Benefits

Pennoni offers competitive health and medical benefits, PTO, retirement, and other fringe benefits.

Why Work With Us?

At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm, offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled