CWI Welding Inspector – Onsite Belvidere, IL

DR Power LLP; Belvidere (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DR Power LLP in Belvidere, IL, USA, is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector II to inspect incoming materials, weldments, and finished products for compliance with drawings, codes, and quality standards. This onsite role ensures welding workmanship meets specifications and supports continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate holds an AWS CWI certificate, has at least two years of welding/quality inspection experience, and is proficient with precision measuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required.
• 2 years of quality/welding inspection experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspections on incoming materials, fabricated components, weldments, and supplier parts.
• Inspect welded assemblies for compliance with drawings, welding specs, codes, and quality requirements.
• Verify welding procedures, materials, filler metals, and welder qualifications when required.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensional requirements and workmanship.
• Maintain inspection records, NCRs, and other quality documentation; support CAPA.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality concerns.

Skills

Welding inspection

Reading drawings

Dimensional metrology

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

AWS CWI certification

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Weld gauges

Inspection equipment

Job description

DR Power LLP in Belvidere, IL, USA, is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector II to inspect incoming materials, weldments, and finished products for compliance with drawings, codes, and quality standards. This onsite role ensures welding workmanship meets specifications and supports continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate holds an AWS CWI certificate, has at least two years of welding/quality inspection experience, and is proficient with precision measuring