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Assistant Welding Inspector Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety ... American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) * American Society for ...

May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety ... American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) * American Society for ...

May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety ... American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) * American Society for ...

WELDER

Nashville, TN · On-site

$20 - $22.50/hr

Operate welding equipment, grinders, and cutting torches safely and correctly * Inspect welds for strength and accuracy; correct defects with guidance * Assist with material handling, positioning ...

WELDER

Nashville, TN

$20 - $22.50/hr

Operate welding equipment, grinders, and cutting torches safely and correctly * Inspect welds for strength and accuracy; correct defects with guidance * Assist with material handling, positioning ...

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Welder

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

$19/hr

Perform welding and fabrication according to quality standards * Inspect completed work for accuracy and quality * Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area * Assist with other ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

Shall be subject to radiography, dye penetrant inspection or bend tests * Responsible for reading ... Conduct rope winding as necessary * Assist and maintains acceptable performance standards for ...

Associate Welder - 1st shift

Memphis, TN · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

... • Inspect, verify, and document quality criteria during manufacturing to ensure that units meet ... welding and processing equipment in accordance to safety, procedure, and work instructions. • ...

Welder

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Responsible for performing specialty welding tasks, spool pieces, flanges, inspect work for defects ... If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your ...

Welder

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Responsible for performing specialty welding tasks, spool pieces, flanges, inspect work for defects ... If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your ...

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How much do assistant welding inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant welding inspector in Tennessee is $23.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $29.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant welding inspector?

An Assistant Welding Inspector (AWI) supports senior welding inspectors in ensuring welds meet quality and safety standards. They assist in inspecting welds for defects, verifying compliance with codes and specifications, and maintaining inspection records. AWIs may also perform basic testing, monitor welder performance, and ensure proper welding procedures are followed. This role is often a stepping stone to becoming a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with additional experience and certifications.

What does an assistant welding inspector do?

A typical day for an Assistant Welding Inspector involves assisting with inspections of welds and materials, documenting findings, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety regulations. You may spend time both in the field—observing welding operations and performing measurements—and in the office, preparing inspection reports and reviewing project documentation. Collaboration with welders, quality assurance teams, and senior inspectors is frequent, as you help address issues and maintain production quality. The variety in daily tasks offers valuable hands-on experience and exposure to industry standards, which is beneficial for career progression in welding inspection.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant welding inspector?

As an Assistant Welding Inspector, a solid understanding of welding processes, materials, and inspection standards—often supported by vocational training or an AWS (American Welding Society) certification—is essential. Familiarity with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and documentation systems is typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork are important soft skills in this position. These skills help ensure welded structures meet safety and quality standards while supporting senior inspectors and collaborating efficiently with production teams.

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Electromechanical Quality Inspector II

SQA Services

Memphis, TN • On-site

$32 - $38/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on demand with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.

We're hiring for an Electromechanical Quality Inspector II position based in Grenada, MS. This is a first shift, as-needed position supporting source inspections at one or more supplier facilities, with opportunities to work approximately 20-40 hours per week depending on project needs.

In this role, you'll perform inspections of electromechanical products and welded assemblies, verifying compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications. Responsibilities include validating dimensional tolerances using precision hand inspection tools, inspecting both mechanical components and electrical assemblies, performing electrical verification such as continuity and pinout checks, and reviewing First Article Inspections (FAIs), Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and inspection documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and traceability.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with electromechanical and welding inspections in a manufacturing or aerospace environment, is comfortable interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T, and has a strong understanding of quality documentation and inspection processes. Candidates should be able to work independently while representing SQA Services at supplier locations.

If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a hands-on quality environment, and enjoy working independently in the field, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.
  • Inspect critical features, including rivets, mechanical assemblies, and wiring assemblies, for compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Verify inspection methods, measurement equipment, and dimensional requirements.

  • Execute inspection plans and compile final inspection reports and documentation.

  • Conduct supplier quality audits and support corrective actions for nonconformances.

  • Provide quality and manufacturing status reports to support project delivery.

  • Witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and validate equipment readiness prior to shipment.

  • Serve as the on-site customer representative supporting supplier quality activities.

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, including wiring diagrams.

Required Qualifcations:
  • Experience inspecting electromechanical components, preferably cooling systems.
  • Knowledge of inspection techniques.

  • 5+ years of quality inspection experience, or 3+ years with an ASME or CWI certification.

$32 - $38 an hour

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Candidates must be ITAR compliant.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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