Certified Welding Inspector — Quality & NDT Leader

Stadler US; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Training reimbursement

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Stadler US is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector to inspect welded car bodies and verify conformance with drawings, specifications, and industry standards. You will support welding processes in production and monitor quality control activities.

Responsibilities include in‑process inspections, documentation, non‑destructive testing (VT, PT as required), and maintaining calibration of measuring tools. A strong knowledge of metallurgy and codes, plus MS Office proficiency, are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CWI certification is required.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Basic Metallurgy knowledge.
• Solid understanding of local and international codes and standards.
• Print reading and measurement literacy.
• Non-destructive testing ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform Hold Point and In Process Inspections of welded joints.
• Coordinate and plan all inspections with production team lead.
• Maintain and review all quality control inspection documentation.
• Support recording and resolution of non-conformities.
• Stop the production process if non-conformity is detected.
• Carry out and document weighing of finished car bodies.
• Perform dimensional inspection of components and final product.
• Document in-process measurements and settings per schedule.
• Verify documentation for in-process dimensional checks.
• Perform and document visual and dye penetrant testing as required.
• Ensure instrument calibration status is current and maintained.
• Follow OHSA, FTA, and FRA regulations; comply with ISO standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

Skills

Print reading & measurement literacy

Non-destructive testing ability

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Job description

Stadler US is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector to inspect welded car bodies and verify conformance with drawings, specifications, and industry standards. You will support welding processes in production and monitor quality control activities.

Responsibilities include in‑process inspections, documentation, non‑destructive testing (VT, PT as required), and maintaining calibration of measuring tools. A strong knowledge of metallurgy and codes, plus MS Office proficiency, are essential.