Lead Structural CWI & NDT Inspector

Helion Group; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking a Structural Steel CWI & NDT Specialist to lead quality inspections on structural welds and assemblies. You will review blueprints, perform UT/MT testing, and verify CJP welds meet WPS and drawings, guiding welders and supervisors toward defect resolution.

You’ll troubleshoot defects and uphold procedures for structural integrity. Ideal candidates will hold AWS CWI, have hands‑on MIG/GMAW experience, and demonstrate strong blueprint literacy, enabling precise guidance

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification required.
• Proven background inspecting structural steel welding.
• Hands‑on experience with structural MIG/GMAW welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual weld inspections on approximately 60% of product prior to shipment.
• Examine structural MIG/GMAW welds with emphasis on CJP joints.
• Perform UT and MT inspections on seismic and load‑bearing components.
• Review and interpret engineering blueprints, fabrication drawings, and shop drawings.
• Identify weld discontinuities and coordinate with welders and supervision to resolve issues.
• Ensure procedures and inspection criteria are followed throughout production.

Skills

Visual weld inspections

CWI certification

Blueprint interpretation

NDT – UT/MT

MIG/GMAW welding

Team communication

Tools

Welding inspection tools

Job description

100Hires, Inc. is seeking a Structural Steel CWI & NDT Specialist to lead quality inspections on structural welds and assemblies. You will review blueprints, perform UT/MT testing, and verify CJP welds meet WPS and drawings, guiding welders and supervisors toward defect resolution.

You’ll troubleshoot defects and uphold procedures for structural integrity. Ideal candidates will hold AWS CWI, have hands‑on MIG/GMAW experience, and demonstrate strong blueprint literacy, enabling precise guidance