Certified Welding Inspector - NDT Level II

Raba Kistner, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering firm is seeking an organized Certified Welding Inspector – NDT Level II for inspections in Austin, TX. The role includes overseeing structural steel and carbon steel piping fit-ups, and conducting nondestructive evaluations such as magnetic particle and ultrasonic testing. Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED, at least 5 years of welding experience, and AWS/NDT certifications. The position involves working outdoors in varying conditions and demands strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years steel inspection/welding experience.
• Must be certified by the American Welding Society as a Certified Welding Inspector.
• Possess a valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of structural steel and piping.
• Perform nondestructive evaluations.
• Prepare inspection reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Quality inspection

Nondestructive testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Welding Inspector (AWS QC1)

NDT Level II certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Raba Kistner is seeking an organized, dependable Certified Welding Inspector – NDT Level II to join our team in Austin, TX. Responsible for inspections of structural steel, carbon steel piping fit‑up, and welding. The Certified Welding Inspector – NDT Level II will also perform nondestructive evaluations, such as magnetic particle and ultrasonic testing.

• Serve as consultant in area of expertise (structural steel, pipeline, pressure vessel, and reinforcing steel).
• Prepare inspection reports and other client required letters using RK format.
• Maintain close contact with all clients during the entire duration of projects.
• Notify Leader of potential group involvement in legal matters.
• Work with legal counsel as required and directed.
• Position will require traversing uneven construction sites, climbing ladders, performing inspections from a bucket lift, performing inspections from scaffolds, and working outdoors in hot, cold, and windy conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years steel inspection/welding experience.
• Must be certified by the American Welding Society as a Certified Welding Inspector (AWS QC1).
• Must be certified by the American Society of Nondestructive Testing as NDT Level II or higher in both ultrasonic and magnetic particle testing.
• Possess valid Texas driver’s license and meet company’s auto insurability requirements.

Additional Skills

Organizational skills to utilize company resources efficiently and effectively. Management skills to supervise project teams and evaluate progress of projects. Good oral and written communications skills and ability to work with clients and staff within the organization. Intermediate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be self‑motivated with good attendance record and be able to work independently. Able to drive company vehicle, manage and complete all assigned jobs efficiently and on time.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk, or hear, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and drive vehicle short and/or long distances.
• Frequently sit and occasionally taste or smell and utilize hand tools such as sledgehammers, shovels, and picks.
• Occasional lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Visual requirements: close, distance, and color.
• May be required to occasionally work in high, precarious places (tall structures, bucket lifts, extension ladders, etc.), fumes or airborne particles (painting, sanding, solvents, flying lint or dust particles, etc.), toxic or caustic chemicals (including potential for chemical spills, etc.), wet or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, vibration.
• Frequently required to work in outdoor weather conditions (exposure to outdoor heat, cold or inclement weather).
• Noise level for this position is Loud (metal can manufacturing department, large equipment, etc.).
• Protracted or irregular hours may be required. Flexibility to work irregular hours necessary due to client needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/Disabled/Veteran
Drug Free Workplace