Certified Welding Inspector - Quality Control Inspector
Inspection & Test·Updated on Nov 10·
Full-timeDallas, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person
About the Job
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required.
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required.
Current owner certifications, or the ability to obtain site-specific owner certifications, are required when applicable.
At least 2 years of experience as a Certified Welding Inspector, Quality Inspector, or QA/QC professional in mechanical construction, piping, fabrication, welding, or industrial environments is required.
Strong knowledge of welding inspection principles, quality systems, and applicable AWS, ASME, and API codes and standards is required.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, isometric drawings, weld symbols, and inspection reports is required.
Working knowledge of SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes is required.
Understanding of NDT/NDE methods, material traceability, and quality documentation requirements is required.
Experience identifying nonconformances, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital inspection and documentation systems is required.
Ability to work independently in field and office environments while managing multiple priorities is required.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement are required.
Responsibilities
Oversee project-specific quality control programs from project kickoff through completion.
Perform quality control inspections and quality assurance activities throughout mechanical construction projects, including quality walks, field audits, punch list management, and verification of work against project specifications and drawings.
Conduct visual welding inspections in accordance with AWS, ASME, API, and other applicable codes and standards as a Certified Welding Inspector.
Review and verify welding documentation, including WPSs, PQRs, welder qualifications, weld maps, and weld logs, for compliance with project and code requirements.
Monitor welding operations, including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and other approved processes, to verify adherence to established procedures and quality standards.
Coordinate, witness, and document required NDT/NDE activities, including radiographic, ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and liquid penetrant testing.
Verify material identification, traceability, heat numbers, receiving records, and quality documentation for compliance with project requirements.
Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and applicable codes to validate installation quality and compliance.
Schedule, coordinate, and witness field testing activities for piping and mechanical systems; document results and resolve quality concerns.
Identify, document, and investigate nonconformances, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions to resolution.
Collect, maintain, and analyze quality metrics and inspection data to identify trends, improve processes, and support project reporting requirements.
Partner with project managers, field leadership, fabrication teams, subcontractors, and clients to resolve quality issues and support project execution.
Support commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities to verify systems meet project, quality, and customer requirements.
Promote continuous improvement initiatives, Lean principles, and best practices that enhance quality, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Participate in project planning, prefabrication, constructability reviews, and materials management activities to incorporate quality requirements early in the project lifecycle.
Desired Qualifications
An associate's or bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Welding Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Experience inspecting welded piping systems, structural steel, pressure piping, or mechanical installations is preferred.
Experience in commercial mechanical contracting, industrial construction, fabrication, or manufacturing environments is preferred.
Experience coordinating or witnessing NDT/NDE activities is preferred.
Additional certifications such as ASNT Level II (RT, UT, MT, PT), API 510, API 570, or API 653 are preferred.
Job Summary
The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - Quality Control Inspector is responsible for overseeing project-specific quality control programs from project kickoff through completion. This role performs inspections of welding activities, materials, piping systems, and mechanical installations to ensure compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and quality standards. The CWI monitors and documents quality throughout the construction process, analyzes inspection data, identifies nonconformances, and collaborates with project teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives that support safe, reliable, and high-quality project delivery.
Essential Duties
Perform quality control inspections and quality assurance activities throughout all phases of mechanical construction projects, including quality walks, field audits, punch list management, and verification of work against project specifications and drawings.
Conduct visual welding inspections in accordance with AWS, ASME, API, and other applicable codes and standards as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
Review and verify welding documentation, including WPSs, PQRs, welder qualifications, weld maps, and weld logs to ensure compliance with project and code requirements.
Monitor welding operations, including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and other approved processes, to verify adherence to established procedures and quality standards.
Coordinate, witness, and document NDT/NDE activities, including radiographic (RT), ultrasonic (UT), magnetic particle (MT), and liquid penetrant (PT) testing, as required.
Verify material identification, traceability, heat numbers, receiving records, and quality documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and applicable codes to validate installation quality and compliance.
Schedule, coordinate, and witness field testing activities for piping and mechanical systems, documenting results and resolving quality concerns.
Identify, document, and investigate nonconformances (NCRs), perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions to resolution.
Collect, maintain, and analyze quality metrics and inspection data to identify trends, improve processes, and support project reporting requirements.
Partner with project managers, field leadership, fabrication teams, subcontractors, and clients to proactively resolve quality issues and ensure successful project execution.
Support commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities to verify systems meet project, quality, and customer requirements.
Promote continuous improvement initiatives, Lean principles, and best practices that enhance quality, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Participate in project planning, prefabrication, constructability reviews, and materials management activities to ensure quality requirements are incorporated early in the project lifecycle.
Minimum Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Welding Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
Current or ability to obtain site-specific owner certifications, as required
Additional certifications such as ASNT Level II (RT, UT, MT, PT), API 510, API 570, or API 653 preferred
Experience
2+ years of experience as a Certified Welding Inspector, Quality Inspector, or QA/QC professional in mechanical construction, piping, fabrication, welding, or industrial environments