Pipeline Welding Inspector (CWI) – Quality & Compliance

Primoris Services Corporation; Hubbard (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Job summary

Primoris Pipeline is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to oversee welding activities on pipeline projects. You will verify WPS compliance, inspect welds, review welder qualifications, and coordinate NDT results to ensure adherence to codes and client specifications.

The role requires field-based work, significant travel to project sites, and rigorous documentation of inspections and corrective actions. AWS CWI certification and 3–5 years of pipeline experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training preferred.
• Current AWS CWI certification required.
• 3–5 years of welding inspection experience in pipeline/oil & gas/heavy industrial construction.
• Ability to read drawings, welding symbols, procedures, and specs.
• Experience with API, ASME, AWS codes and standards applicable to pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Inspect pipeline welding activities for code and client compliance.
• Verify WPS adherence and welder qualifications.
• Perform visual inspections of welds throughout construction.
• Monitor welding parameters, preheat, interpass temp, and consumables.
• Review NDT results (RT, UT, MT, PT, VT) as required.
• Document inspection findings and corrective actions.
• Ensure material traceability and proper handling of weld consumables.
• Coordinate audits of contractor quality programs and field welding ops.

Skills

Welding Inspection

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Technical Documentation

Attention to Detail

Communication

Safety Leadership

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMAW

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

Job description

Primoris Pipeline is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to oversee welding activities on pipeline projects. You will verify WPS compliance, inspect welds, review welder qualifications, and coordinate NDT results to ensure adherence to codes and client specifications.

The role requires field-based work, significant travel to project sites, and rigorous documentation of inspections and corrective actions. AWS CWI certification and 3–5 years of pipeline experience are preferred.