Senior Welding Quality Inspector (SCWI)

Construction Material Testing

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 94,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Springfield, MO, seeks a Senior Certified Welding Inspector III to act as the welding quality authority across projects, writing and reviewing welding quality programs and supervising CWIs and Inspectors. The role requires AWS SCWI or a CWI with 8+ years leading welding inspection, plus strong code knowledge (D1.1/D1.5/D1.8, ASME IX, API 1104) and NDT credentials.

Pay ranges from $50 to $68 per hour, with potential travel; early starts, some night shifts, and

Qualifications

AWS SCWI, or current CWI with 8+ years of welding inspection including supervision of other inspectors.
Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1/D1.5/D1.8, ASME IX, and API 1104.
NDT Level II or III in at least one method preferred.
Experience writing welding quality programs for structural, industrial, or pipeline work.
Credible with engineers, fabricators, and building officials; writes procedures people can follow.

Responsibilities

Write, review, and approve welding quality plans, inspection procedures, and NDT procedures.
Supervise CWIs and Welding Inspectors across projects; review their reports and calibrate their calls.
Approve WPS, PQR, and welder qualification packages; witness or direct procedure qualification testing.
Audit fabricators and erectors' welding quality systems; qualify NDT subcontractors.
Resolve disputed indications and repairs with engineers of record; represent the company in welding quality reviews.