Senior SCWI: Lead Welding Inspector, Pressure Vessels

Qualo; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualoco – The Quality Solutions Company – seeks a Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) or seasoned CWI with 10+ years of pressure vessel and tank fabrication experience in Midland, MI. The role demands deep knowledge of ASME VIII/IX, B31.3, API 650/653, and strong leadership on complex projects.

You'll oversee advanced inspections, review WPS/PQR, coordinate NDT, and mentor junior QC staff while ensuring compliance with project specs and quality manuals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on QC inspection in heavy steel and pressure vessels.
• Active AWS SCWI or senior CWI with high-level experience.
• Deep knowledge of ASME Sections V, VIII, IX; B31.3; API 650/653.
• ASNT Level II/III in PT, MT, RT, UT preferred.
• Ability to read complex fabrication drawings and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of pressure vessels and tanks against specs.
• Review WPS, PQR, and WPQ for compliance.
• Coordinate and oversee NDT activities per ASNT standards.
• Prepare inspection records, NCRs, and reports.
• Mentor junior QC inspectors on codes and best practices.
• Lead inspection teams on complex fabrication projects.

Skills

Inspection leadership

ASME knowledge

NDT coordination

Quality management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

AWS SCWI certification

Senior CWI experience

Job description

Qualoco – The Quality Solutions Company – seeks a Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) or seasoned CWI with 10+ years of pressure vessel and tank fabrication experience in Midland, MI. The role demands deep knowledge of ASME VIII/IX, B31.3, API 650/653, and strong leadership on complex projects.

You'll oversee advanced inspections, review WPS/PQR, coordinate NDT, and mentor junior QC staff while ensuring compliance with project specs and quality manuals.