Welding Inspector

Epcon; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Epcon is seeking a Welding Inspector to support construction of a new natural gas interconnect and metering facility in North Carolina. You will verify weld quality, review WPS/PQR/WPQ, and coordinate NDE as required, ensuring compliance throughout all stages of piping fabrication and tie-ins.

The role requires 5+ years of pipeline welding inspection experience, a CWI certification, and the ability to read isometrics and P&IDs, with strong documentation and travel to site in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pipeline/facility welding inspection experience.
• CWI certification (AWS) required; API 1104 experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.8 and 49 CFR 192 welding requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret welding procedures, isometrics, and P&IDs.
• Strong documentation skills; experience with weld tracking logs.
• NDE Level II certification (RT/UT/MT/PT) a plus.
• Valid driver's license; able to travel to site and work outdoors in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect welding activities for compliance with approved WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation
• Verify welder qualifications and continuity records prior to and during work
• Perform visual weld inspection (VT) and coordinate NDE (RT/UT/MT/PT) as required by spec
• Review and interpret radiographic and other NDE results; document acceptance or rejection per code
• Inspect fit-up, joint preparation, and preheat/interpass temperature compliance
• Support hot-tap and tie-in weld inspection, including fitting and branch connection welds
• Maintain daily inspection reports, weld maps/logs, and NDE tracking documentation
• Identify and document weld defects or non-conformances; track through repair and re-inspection
• Coordinate with Chief Inspector and QA/QC on non-conformance resolution
• Enforce site safety requirements and participate in job hazard analyses

Skills

Welding inspection

Documentation

Reading P&IDs & isometrics

Education

CWI Certification (AWS)

Job description

Welding Inspector - Natural Gas Interconnect & Metering Facility

Location: North Carolina

Duration: 4+ months

Overview

We are seeking a Welding Inspector to support construction of a new natural gas interconnect and metering facility, including yard piping, hot-tap and tie-in connections, and associated fabrication work. This role is responsible for verifying weld quality and procedure compliance throughout construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect welding activities for compliance with approved WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation
• Verify welder qualifications and continuity records prior to and during work
• Perform visual weld inspection (VT) and coordinate NDE (RT/UT/MT/PT) as required by spec
• Review and interpret radiographic and other NDE results; document acceptance or rejection per code
• Inspect fit-up, joint preparation, and preheat/interpass temperature compliance
• Support hot-tap and tie-in weld inspection, including fitting and branch connection welds
• Maintain daily inspection reports, weld maps/logs, and NDE tracking documentation
• Identify and document weld defects or non-conformances; track through repair and re-inspection
• Coordinate with Chief Inspector and QA/QC on non-conformance resolution
• Enforce site safety requirements and participate in job hazard analyses

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of pipeline/facility welding inspection experience
• CWI certification (AWS) required; API 1104 experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.8 and 49 CFR 192 welding requirements
• Ability to read and interpret welding procedures, isometrics, and P&IDs
• Strong documentation skills; experience with weld tracking logs
• NDE Level II certification (RT/UT/MT/PT) a plus
• Valid driver's license; able to travel to site and work outdoors in varied conditions