Contract CWI: Field Welding Inspector (Midstream)

Kiwa PPI

Pennsylvania

On-site

USD 55,000 - 96,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Job summary

Kiwa PPI is seeking an experienced Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) on a contract basis for a Midstream/Downstream project in Ivyland, PA. The role focuses on third-party quality surveillance and welding inspections on Chemical Metering Pumps and skid/piping assemblies.

Active CWI and current welder certification are mandatory, with a steady 2–3 day per week schedule. Responsibilities include vendor surveillance, reviewing WPS/PQR/WPQ, VT inspections, NDE/MTR verification, NCR tracking, and

Qualifications

Active AWS CWI certification required.
Must be a currently certified welder (active welder certification mandatory).
Proven experience inspecting Chemical Metering Pumps, rotating equipment, or skid-mounted process packages.
Strong knowledge of ASME Section IX, ASME B31.3, and pump/skid fabrication standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld maps, and ITPs.

Responsibilities

Conduct vendor surveillance, hold/witness inspections, and welding quality checks on pumps, skids, and piping.
Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
Perform visual welding inspections (VT) before, during, and after welding operations.
Verify NDE reports, MTRs, and final manufacturing documentation packages.
Identify, document, and track NCRs through to resolution.
Prepare and submit daily inspection reports to Kiwa PPI and project team.