Welding Inspector

E2 Consulting Engineers Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector to ensure compliance with welding standards and procedures. The role involves inspecting welding processes, maintaining documentation, and prioritizing safety on construction sites. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Qualifications

• CWI certification required with experience in transmission/process piping.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and obtain Operator Qualification as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and ensure proper welding and radiographic procedures.
• Complete and submit inspection reports accurately.
• Monitor weld quality per WPS and client standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Clear and concise report writing

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

NACE CIP Level 1 or AMPP Basic Coatings Inspector Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Welding Inspector

Job Location: US-MN-Minneapolis

ID: MN-5542

Category: Inspectors

Type: Full Time

Work Location: Onsite

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988, specializing in engineering services including project engineering and design, federal infrastructure support, gas pipeline inspection, environmental consulting, and IT services. We value safety, innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Overview

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) inspects and ensures proper welding and radiographic procedures are qualified and utilized. Maintains documentation like MTRs, as-builts, and weld mapping, performing activities per client specifications, approved construction drawings, API-1104, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Review approved construction drawings and company specifications.
• Understand contract documents related to duties.
• Have knowledge of welding techniques, positions, consumables, and maintain a detailed inspector's logbook.
• Complete and submit inspection reports accurately.
• Prioritize safety and report issues promptly.
• Plan inspection duties in advance.
• Discuss design changes or material substitutions with relevant personnel.
• Verify materials meet requirements.
• Report problems to the Chief Inspector.
• Understand quality assurance, quality control, and inspection procedures.
• Ensure welding procedures are established and welders are qualified.
• Monitor weld quality per WPS and client standards.
• Verify repairs meet code and specification requirements.
• Check proper storage and usage of welding materials.
• Track materials used in pipeline construction.
• Ensure environmental compliance.
• Report safety or construction deviations.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) through AWS with experience in transmission/process piping and API-1104.
• Either NACE CIP Level 1 or AMPP Basic Coatings Inspector Certification.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Obtain Operator Qualification (OQ) as required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Effective communication skills.
• Clear and concise report writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match.

Wage Range

Between $46 to $50 per hour, based on experience.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Construction sites, client ROW, testing facilities, offices.
• Frequent driving, climbing, lifting over 50 pounds, working in various weather conditions.

Travel

Extensive driving to job sites and offices may be required.

Drug-Free Workplace & Solicitations

We are a drug-free workplace. No solicitation from staffing or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.