Welding Qualification Specialist - Lead Tests & Compliance

Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is seeking a qualified professional to facilitate and administer welding qualification tests and field observations in a safety-conscious Gas Operations setting.

The role ensures compliance with CFR 49.192 and validates weld quality through inspections, destructive testing, and effective communication with supervisors. Candidates should bring strong welding experience, appropriate licenses, and an AWS CWI credential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a journey-level Welder.
• CA Class C license or equivalent.
• Ability to travel up to 80 percent of working time.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Lift up to 80 lbs.
• AWS-CWI certification (must obtain within the first year).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years experience as Welder (journey-level).
• Experience as main line Welder.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs and administers written or computer-based qualification tests and field observations of knowledge, skills and ability.
• Conducts visual inspections and/or evaluations to validate the technical quality of work and compliance with regulatory requirements. Work involves cutting, grinding and use of hydraulic press to perform destructive testing of welds.
• Prepares employees for the entire qualification process through effective communication and tail boarding. Ensures employees understand the purpose and process.
• Directly communicates with the employee’s supervisor regarding employees’ testing progress.
• Addresses gaps and issues identified to ensure continuous improvement for the operation qualification (OQ) process.
• Fully understands and ensures the evaluation/qualification processes are followed and qualification records are maintained in compliance with qualification program requirements.
• Contributes to the enhancement of new evaluation/qualification tests and processes.
• Collaborates with stakeholder groups to ensure appropriate process/asset recommendations are being implemented and maintained.

Skills

Welder expertise

Safety compliance

Test administration

Field observations

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

AWS-CWI certification (must obtain within first year)

CompTIA-CTT certification

Tools

Hydraulic press operation

NDT testing equipment

Job description

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is seeking a qualified professional to facilitate and administer welding qualification tests and field observations in a safety-conscious Gas Operations setting.

The role ensures compliance with CFR 49.192 and validates weld quality through inspections, destructive testing, and effective communication with supervisors. Candidates should bring strong welding experience, appropriate licenses, and an AWS CWI credential.