Welding Inspector – Field QA/QC (AWS CWI)

ACTalent; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Company vehicle with gas card

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Welding Inspector to perform code-compliant structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry components. This role involves field inspections, review of drawings and specs, and coordination with contractors and engineers to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will hold an AWS CWI credential, have NDT Level II UT capability, and possess ICC certifications.

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification is required.
• NDT Level II UT Shear Wave capability is preferred.
• ICC certifications in Structural Masonry, Structural Steel, and Reinforced Concrete are advantageous.
• Experience performing welding inspection and QA/QC in construction or fabrication environments.
• Ability to read plans, specs and welding details.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded steel, concrete, and masonry components per plans and specs.
• Interpret drawings, welding details, and inspection criteria to verify quality and design conformity.
• Execute field inspections, evaluate workmanship, and identify nonconforming work needing correction.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and inspectors to communicate findings and support safety procedures.
• Document inspection activities with daily reports, test results, observations, deficiencies, corrections, and photos.
• Apply AWS CWI credentials to inspections to ensure code compliance.
• Use NDT Level II UT Shear Wave when applicable for weld testing.
• Leverage ICC certifications to enhance inspection breadth when held.
• Support reports, review specs, and coordinate inspection schedules.

Skills

AWS CWI credential

NDT Level II UT Shear Wave

Welding inspection

Documentation & reporting

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

ICC certifications

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Welding Inspector to perform code-compliant structural inspections and QA/QC testing of welded steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry components. This role involves field inspections, review of drawings and specs, and coordination with contractors and engineers to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will hold an AWS CWI credential, have NDT Level II UT capability, and possess ICC certifications.