Full-Time

Quality Control Welding Inspector

CWB Level 2

Updated on 9/11/2026

Startec

Startec

201-500 employees

Engineering and manufacturing modular process systems

No salary listed

Calgary, AB, Canada

Hybrid

Occasional travel to customer sites is required.

Category
Manufacturing Quality & Test (1)
Required Skills
SharePoint
Microsoft Office

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Requirements
  • Current CWB Level 2 Welding Inspector Certification (CSA W178.2).
  • Minimum 5 years of experience performing quality control inspections within the pressure vessel, pressure piping, structural steel, or modular process equipment fabrication industry.
  • Strong working knowledge of ASME Section VIII Division 1, Section II, Section V, Section IX, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.5, CSA B51, CSA B52, CSA W59, ABSA PESR, and ASTM material specifications.
  • Experience reviewing engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
  • Experience with material traceability, weld mapping, and quality documentation.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, and SharePoint.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
  • Fall Protection / Fall Arrest certification.
  • Mobile Elevated Work Platform / Aerial Work Platform certification, including scissor lift and boom lift.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving abstract.
Responsibilities
  • Perform in-process and final inspections of pressure vessels, pressure piping, structural steel, skid assemblies, and modular process equipment.
  • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with CSA W178.2, ASME Section V, ASME Section IX, and applicable fabrication codes.
  • Verify joint preparation, fit-up, alignment, welding parameters, preheat, interpass temperatures, and completed welds.
  • Verify fabrication compliance with engineering drawings, client specifications, Quality Control Procedures, Inspection and Test Plans, and applicable codes and standards.
  • Inspect incoming materials and verify compliance with purchase specifications, material test reports, and traceability requirements.
  • Verify material identification and heat-number traceability throughout fabrication.
  • Review fabrication packages prior to production.
  • Perform dimensional inspections throughout fabrication.
  • Conduct line checks of completed piping systems, valves, instruments, and process equipment.
  • Witness pressure testing, leak testing, and mechanical completion activities.
  • Coordinate and witness nondestructive examination activities, including radiographic testing, ultrasonic testing, magnetic-particle testing, liquid-penetrant testing, positive material identification, hardness testing, ferrite testing, and holiday testing where applicable.
  • Support Authorized Inspector, National Board, client, and third-party inspections.
  • Conduct final package inspections prior to shipment.
  • Develop and manage punch lists through mechanical completion.
  • Perform offsite unsupervised inspection scopes.
  • Maintain detailed records of inspection results, including measurements, observations, and non-conformities.
  • Prepare manufacturer’s data records for ASME-stamped vessels and AB-83 documentation for piping systems.
  • Consolidate punch lists for plant-system exception lists and track items through capture and sign-off for mechanical completion.
  • Prepare comprehensive inspection reports summarizing findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Communicate inspection results to supervisors, production teams, and other relevant departments.
  • Collaborate with team members to implement corrective and preventive measures based on inspection findings.
  • Review final handover documentation, including quality-assurance record books, site records, mechanical catalog books, and manual/data books, for compliance with client requirements and the contract.
  • Implement the quality-control manual, Inspection and Test Plans, maintenance of standard procedures, welding procedure specifications, and welder qualifications.
  • Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing fabrication processes and quality standards.
  • Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and quality enhancements within the inspection process.
  • Propose and implement solutions to streamline inspection procedures and reduce errors.
  • Provide feedback to production teams and management on improvement areas based on inspection outcomes.
  • Ensure adherence to quality procedures, protocols, and standards throughout the fabrication process.
  • Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to fabrication operations.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, participating in audits, and addressing audit findings.
  • Assist in developing and revising quality procedures and work instructions.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to quality control in fabrication.
  • Train new employees on inspection techniques, quality standards, and relevant procedures.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors.
  • Continuously develop expertise in fabrication inspection methodologies and technologies.
  • Stay current with applicable code revisions and industry best practices.
Desired Qualifications
  • Confined Space Entry and Monitor certification is preferred.

Startec designs, manufactures, and services compression, processing, and refrigeration systems across North America. It acts as an integrated engineering equipment fabricator that specializes in modular design and packaging of process, refrigeration, and rotating equipment, delivering turnkey solutions. Startec Service handles field refrigeration and HVAC challenges, installation, and maintenance for cold storage, meat packing, food processing, and recreational ice facilities in Western Canada. Its goal is to provide customized, reliable refrigeration and processing systems by integrating engineering, fabrication, and on-site service to meet clients’ specific needs.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1976

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