Project Quality Lead - CWI Inspector

Novax Recruitment Ltd.; Texas; On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Contract-based engagement

Job summary

Smith Industries is seeking a Project Quality Lead – CWI Inspector for a 3–6 month assignment in Texas. The role involves leading welding inspection efforts at a project site, ensuring compliance with ASME codes and project requirements, on a Monday–Friday schedule.

You will review WPSs, PQRs, and welder qualification records, perform visual and final inspections, and maintain inspection reports and NCRs. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential, with experience in fabrication

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification is required.
• 10+ years welding inspection experience.
• Strong working knowledge of ASME codes and standards.
• Experience performing visual and final inspections in fabrication or project environments.

Responsibilities

• Performing visual and final weld inspections in accordance with ASME codes.
• Leading project quality activities and supporting day-to-day quality operations.
• Reviewing WPSs, PQRs, and welder qualification records for compliance.
• Inspecting fit-up, dimensions, and weld quality before and after welding.
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining inspection reports, NCRs, and quality records.
• Working closely with fabrication, production, and client representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Supporting final documentation packages and project turnover.

Skills

Welding inspection

ASME codes

Quality assurance

Documentation

Education

AWS CWI certification

Job description

Project Quality Lead – CWI Inspector (3686091) Texas, USA

Salary: USD50 - USD55 per hour

Job Title: Project Quality Lead – CWI Inspector

Location: Texas (Project-Based Assignment)

Salary: $50/hour + Per Diem W2 Contract

Day to Day

Smith Industries is seeking an experienced Project Quality Lead – CWI Inspector for a 3–6 month assignment . This is a Monday–Friday position requiring approximately 50–55 hours per week .

You will lead project quality activities and ensure welding and fabrication work meets applicable ASME codes and project requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing visual and final weld inspections in accordance with applicable ASME codes
• Leading project quality activities and supporting day-to-day quality operations
• Reviewing WPSs, PQRs, and welder qualification records for compliance
• Inspecting fit-up, dimensions, and weld quality before and after welding
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining inspection reports, NCRs, and quality records
• Working closely with fabrication, production, and client representatives to resolve quality issues
• Supporting final documentation packages and project turnover

Requirements

• Current AWS CWI certification – required
• 10+ years of welding inspection or quality experience
• Strong working knowledge of applicable ASME codes and standards
• Experience performing visual and final inspections in a fabrication or project environment
• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 50–55 hours per week for the duration of the assignment
• Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills

Preferred:

• Previous experience as a Quality Lead or Quality Supervisor
• NDE experience or familiarity with UT, RT, MT, and PT; ASNT Level II is a plus
• Experience working with pressure vessels