CWI II: Structural Welding Inspector & Field Oversight

Construction Material Testing; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Sparks, NV seeks a Certified Welding Inspector II to oversee weld inspection on structural steel, pipe, and fabricated assemblies, performing accept/reject decisions per AWS D1.1 and related codes.

This role includes witnessing qualification tests, reviewing WPS/PQR, directing NDT, and preparing inspection reports for engineers and the building official; travel may be required and pay ranges $38–$52/hour.

Qualifications

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with 2+ years inspecting under it.
• Working command of AWS D1.1 and at least one of D1.5, D1.8, ASME IX, or API 1104.
• ICC structural steel and bolting special inspector certification preferred (sponsored if not held).
• Able to defend a rejection to a fabricator and document it so the retest closes.

Responsibilities

• Perform and sign visual weld inspection with accept/reject authority to the governing code.
• Review WPS, PQR, and welder qualification records.
• Witness welder performance qualification tests.
• Direct and interpret nondestructive testing.
• Disposition indications and write repair instructions.
• Inspect fabrication shops and field erection, including high-strength bolting and base plate grouting where certified.
• Write inspection reports and nonconformance reports for the engineer of record and the building official.

Skills

CWI

Inspection experience

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Sparks, NV seeks a Certified Welding Inspector II to oversee weld inspection on structural steel, pipe, and fabricated assemblies, performing accept/reject decisions per AWS D1.1 and related codes.

This role includes witnessing qualification tests, reviewing WPS/PQR, directing NDT, and preparing inspection reports for engineers and the building official; travel may be required and pay ranges $38–$52/hour.