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Thompson Pipe Group

QC Technician

Sale Creek, TN · On-site

NACE/ SPCC Coating Inspector; or API 510, 570, 577, or similar. * Qualified by experience and training (classroom, OJT), previous certification or current certification as Level II/equivalent in any ...

Thompson Pipe Group

QA Technician II

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

NACE/ SPCC Coating Inspector; or API 510, 570, 577, or similar. * Qualified by experience and training (classroom, OJT), previous certification or current certification as Level II/equivalent in any ...

Thompson Pipe Group

QA Technician II

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

NACE/ SPCC Coating Inspector; or API 510, 570, 577, or similar. * Qualified by experience and training (classroom, OJT), previous certification or current certification as Level II/equivalent in any ...

Thompson Pipe Group

QA Technician II

South Beloit, IL · On-site

NACE/ SPCC Coating Inspector; or API 510, 570, 577, or similar. * Qualified by experience and training (classroom, OJT), previous certification or current certification as Level II/equivalent in any ...

TPC Group Inc.

Maintenance Inspector

Houston, TX

Must be knowledgeable with the following codes and practices NBIC, ASME B16.5, 1, B31.3, Sect I, II, V, VIII, IV, API 510, 520, 521, 560, 570, 571, 572, 574, 576, 577, 578, 579, 582, 583, 620, 650 ...

TPC Group

Maintenance Inspector

Houston, TX · On-site

Must be knowledgeable with the following codes and practices NBIC, ASME B16.5, 1, B31.3, Sect I, II, V, VIII, IV, API 510, 520, 521, 560, 570, 571, 572, 574, 576, 577, 578, 579, 582, 583, 620, 650 ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for api 577 in the United States is $59.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.57 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are common challenges faced by API 577 welding inspectors?

API 577 Welding Inspectors often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex welding procedures, ensuring strict adherence to industry codes, and documenting inspection results accurately in high-pressure environments. They must also coordinate closely with welders, engineers, and project managers to address issues that arise during fabrication or repair. Staying updated on the latest codes, materials, and welding technologies requires ongoing effort, but doing so greatly enhances job performance. Overcoming these challenges not only ensures compliance but also helps safeguard the integrity and safety of critical industrial facilities.

What is an API 577?

An API 577 job involves working as a welding inspection professional specializing in welding processes, metallurgy, and flaw detection in industries like oil, gas, and petrochemicals. This certification, issued by the American Petroleum Institute (API), ensures that inspectors have the knowledge to evaluate welding procedures and ensure compliance with industry standards. Professionals in this role inspect weld quality, verify procedure qualifications, and assess welder performance to ensure safety and reliability.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an API 577?

To thrive as an API 577 Welding Inspector, you need a strong background in welding practices, metallurgy, and inspection techniques, typically supported by an API 577 certification and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) tools, welding documentation systems, and applicable codes and standards is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help inspectors collaborate with teams and ensure quality compliance. These skills are critical to delivering safe, code-compliant welding processes and maintaining the integrity of industrial equipment and facilities.

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Quality Inspector - Welding - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit Corporation

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Kiewit Corporation rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 80 rated construction

Job description

Requisition ID: 181693 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District 

Department: Quality 

Market: Power 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

The Quality Inspector, Welding is responsible for ensuring welding activities and related construction work meet project specifications, quality standards, and applicable industry codes. This role performs inspections, verifies compliance with approved welding procedures, reviews quality documentation, and supports project teams in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality construction projects.

Working closely with construction, engineering, and quality teams, the Welding Quality Inspector helps identify issues, promote corrective actions, and ensure welding work is completed in accordance with company and client requirements.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force.  Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America.

Location

The position is based out of Lenexa, KS. 

Responsibilities
  • Perform welding inspections to verify compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, and applicable codes and standards.
  • Review welding documentation, including WPSs, PQRs, welder qualifications, and inspection records.
  • Monitor welding, fabrication, and installation activities to ensure quality requirements are met.
  • Coordinate and verify NDE testing, inspections, and corrective actions.
  • Identify, document, and track non-conformances through resolution.
  • Conduct field audits and quality surveillance to ensure compliance with company and client requirements.
  • Collaborate with construction, engineering, and project teams to resolve quality issues and improve project execution.
  • Maintain inspection reports, quality records, and turnover documentation.
  • Support quality meetings and provide updates on inspection results and project quality performance.
  • Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across project sites.
  • Assist with subcontractor and vendor quality oversight activities.
  • Support project commissioning and closeout by verifying completion of quality requirements. 

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Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in welding quality inspection, quality control, or quality assurance within power, industrial, oil & gas, or heavy construction projects.
  • Working knowledge of welding processes, fabrication, and installation practices.
  • Experience interpreting welding drawings, specifications, isometrics, and quality documentation.
  • Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including AWS, ASME, API, and related specifications.
  • Experience reviewing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), welder qualifications, and NDE reports.
  • Strong understanding of inspection methods, testing requirements, and quality control procedures.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and quality reporting systems.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in field and construction environments and access all areas of active project sites.
  • Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate as required by project needs.
Nice to Have
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
  • API 577 Welding Inspection and Metallurgy certification.
  • ASNT Level II or Level III certifications (VT, PT, MT, UT, or RT).
  • Additional industry certifications such as API, NACE, CWB, or related quality certifications.

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Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance 
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
 

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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