Field Welding Inspector: Quality & Compliance

UES, Inc.; La Feria (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to support Houston’s industrial, infrastructure, and energy-driven construction market.

The role entails hands-on welding inspections, verification against project specs and codes, and collaboration with engineers, contractors, and field teams to resolve issues and uphold welding best practices. This position requires travel up to 40% of the time and works in outdoor industrial environments across the greater Houston area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a completed welding certificate program or vocational training.
• AWS or similar welding certification, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and basic computer literacy.
• Knowledge of various welding techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing schedules and hours to support business needs.
• Strong time management, mathematics, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct welding inspections at job sites in a timely fashion and submit accurate reports.
• Study and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and manuals to understand project requirements.
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Partner with fabricators, engineers, and supervisors, to ensure project quality and completion per specifications.
• Communicate with dispatching and/or field supervisor, advising of current job status and locations as required.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to protect oneself and others in the work environment.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Time management

Problem-solving

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with welding certificate program

AWS or similar welding certification (preferred)

Job description

UES, Inc. is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to support Houston’s industrial, infrastructure, and energy-driven construction market.

The role entails hands-on welding inspections, verification against project specs and codes, and collaboration with engineers, contractors, and field teams to resolve issues and uphold welding best practices. This position requires travel up to 40% of the time and works in outdoor industrial environments across the greater Houston area.