Weld Quality Engineer

Southern States LLC; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States LLC is looking for a Weld Quality Engineer to ensure compliance with welding codes, focusing on AWS D1.1 and D1.2. The role involves hands-on inspection, quality assurance, and process improvement to ensure product integrity.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 2 years of experience in quality engineering or welding inspection. Knowledge of various welding processes and AWS certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in welding inspection or weld quality engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of welding codes and standards.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welded joints per AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2 requirements.
• Review and qualify Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Develop and maintain inspection reports and documentation.

Skills

AWS D1.1

AWS D1.2

Welding Inspection

Quality Assurance

Non-Destructive Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Weld Quality Engineer ensures all welded fabrication and construction activities meet applicable codes, standards, and customer requirements, with a primary focus onAWS D1.1 – Structural Welding Code (Steel)andAWS D1.2 – Structural Welding Code (Aluminum), as well as other customer-specified standards. This role blends hands‑on weld inspection with engineering support, quality assurance, and continuous improvement to drive product integrity and process excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

Weld Inspection & Compliance

• Inspect welded joints in accordance with AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2 requirements.
• Perform visual weld inspections (VT) before, during, and after welding.
• Verify weld size, profile, contour, discontinuities, and acceptance criteria per applicable code.
• Review and approve weld symbols, drawings, and fabrication details for code compliance.
• Confirm base materials, filler metals, joint preparation, preheat, interpass temperature, and post‑weld requirements.

Welding Procedure & Qualification Oversight

• Review, qualify, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
• Witness and document welder qualification testing.
• Ensure welding processes conform to qualified procedures and essential variables.

Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Develop and maintain inspection reports, nonconformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action documentation.
• Interface with third‑party inspectors, customers, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support internal and external audits related to welding and quality systems.
• Maintain traceability of materials and consumables.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and ISO:9001 is preferred.

Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) Coordination

• Coordinate or review NDT activities (UT, RT, MT, PT) as required by project specifications.
• Interpret NDT reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and hands‑on welding/inspection experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in welding inspection or weld quality engineering in a fabrication or construction environment.
• Strong working knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2. AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe).
• Familiarity with welding processes including GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and SAW. Understanding of weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication drawings. Knowledge of steel and aluminum metallurgy and weld discontinuities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe).
• Familiarity with welding processes including GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and SAW.
• Understanding of weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication drawings.
• Knowledge of steel and aluminum metallurgy and weld discontinuities.