CWI-Certified Weld Instructor

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel & O’Brien Manufacturing is seeking a Certified Welding Instructor to support welding quality and certification programs. You will inspect welds, train welders, and ensure compliance with AWS, ASME and company standards at our Cincinnati facility.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in welding and welding inspection, strong knowledge of relevant codes, and experience with stainless steel/alloys used in cooling system fabrication.

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification required.
• Minimum of five years welding and welding inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX and related codes.
• Experience with stainless steel and high‑performance alloys used in cooling system fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T and weld symbols.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and documentation skills, and teamwork.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital inspection/reporting tools.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Visually and dimensionally inspect welded joints to confirm compliance with AWS, ASME and company standards.
• Verify weld procedures, welder qualifications, and welding consumables meet project requirements.
• Train and retrain employees across welding levels and roles; support quality reviews.
• Perform NDT such as VT, PT, MT and coordinate third‑party NDT services as needed.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and weld maps.
• Record and report inspection results, nonconformances and corrective actions in the QMS.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Quality to resolve welding issues and improve processes.
• Participate in weld audits, root cause analysis and quality training.
• Keep inspection equipment calibrated and traceable records.
• Promote safe work practices and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CWI certification

Welding inspection

GD&T reading

Blueprint reading

Documentation

MS Office

PPE compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital inspection tools

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Certified Welding Instructor / Welding Engineering Technician (CWI)

Help build reliable welds—and the skills and standards behind them.

Steel & O’Brien is seeking a detail-oriented welding professional to support the quality and compliance of welded components and assemblies used in data center cooling systems. In this role, you’ll inspect welds, support welder training and certification, and work alongside Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and improve processes.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on welding and inspection experience, a strong understanding of industry codes, and a commitment to safe, precise work. Learn more at steelobrien.com.

What you’ll do

• Visually and dimensionally inspect welded joints to confirm they meet AWS, ASME, and company standards.
• Verify that weld procedures, welder qualifications, and welding consumables meet project requirements.
• Train and retrain employees across welding levels and roles, and support quality and certification reviews.
• Perform applicable nondestructive testing (NDT), such as visual testing (VT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT). Coordinate third-party NDT services when needed.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and weld maps to confirm product requirements.
• Record and report inspection results, nonconformances, and corrective actions in the company’s quality management system.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve welding issues and improve processes.
• Take part in weld audits, root cause analysis, and quality training.
• Keep inspection equipment calibrated and maintain traceable inspection records.
• Promote safe work practices, product quality, and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• Required: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• At least five years of welding and welding inspection experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and other relevant codes.
• Experience with stainless steel and high-performance alloys used in cooling system fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T and weld symbols.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and documentation skills, and effective communication and teamwork.
• Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital inspection and reporting tools.
• Ability to use office, phone, and computer equipment and safely navigate a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or fabrication shop while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Experience with pressure vessel, piping, or HVAC component manufacturing and working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems are preferred.

Additional preferred experience

• Orbital welding systems such as AMI (Arc Machines Inc.), Orbitalum, or Swagelok.
• Stainless steel processing and high-purity welding applications.
• PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley or Siemens systems.
• Welding or maintenance-related certifications.

How you’ll work with the team

You’ll help maintain a collaborative, positive work environment through clear, respectful communication across all levels of the organization. We value people who listen to concerns and ideas, respect confidentiality, and encourage and implement cross-functional improvements that strengthen efficiency and product quality.

Our values are Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Work environment and physical requirements

• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with possible exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and twist.
• Safely navigate the facility.
• Use manufacturing equipment and inspection tools.

Salary Range: $70K-$90K per year

Attendance Requirements: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

Accommodations: Essential functions of this position may include but are not limited to lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, carrying objects, ascending/descending stairs and commuting to work location. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) or other state or federal law, you may request an accommodation.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Position CWI-Certified Weld Instructor

Division Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Location Cincinnati DCC

This position is currently accepting applications.