Senior Welding Inspector (AWS CWI) – On-Site Indiana

WELLINS INC; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

WELLINS INC seeks a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to inspect welds on steel structures and pipe, ensuring AWS compliance. The role includes developing welding manuals and procedures, and coordinating NDT activities. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Indiana. Responsibilities include visual inspections, preparing inspection reports, and ensuring welders are properly qualified.

Qualifications

• CWI certification (AWS) current or active.
• 5+ years welding or weld inspection experience, preferably with structural steel.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel.
• Experience writing or reviewing welding manuals, WPS, PQR, and welder qualification records.
• Ability to read and interpret structural/shop drawings and welding symbols.
• Familiarity with NDT methods (UT, MT, PT, RT) and related reporting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welds on steel structures and welds to verify conformance with AWS and project specs.
• Perform visual VT inspections and check fit-up, sizes, and weld quality.
• Develop and maintain welding manuals, WPS, PQR, and WPQ records.
• Verify welder qualifications are current and administer tests as needed.
• Coordinate NDT activities with qualified technicians and review results.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, weld maps, and NCRs; document findings.

Skills

CWI Certification

Welding Inspection

Reading Drawings

Communication

Organizational Skills

Safety Awareness

Tools

AWS D1.1

Job description

WELLINS INC seeks a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to inspect welds on steel structures and pipe, ensuring AWS compliance. The role includes developing welding manuals and procedures, and coordinating NDT activities. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Indiana. Responsibilities include visual inspections, preparing inspection reports, and ensuring welders are properly qualified.