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Eosenergystorage

Technician II, Prototype

Edison, NJ · On-site

Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness. * Use parallel welder to attach metal ... The prototype team may occasionally be asked to assist the Field Operations team with: * Manual ...

APP RAILCAR GROUP

Railcar Repair Technician 1

Glendale, NY · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to ensure mechanical ... We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or ...

Guardian Rail, LLC

Railcar Repair Technician 1

Glendale, NY · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to ensure mechanical ... We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or ...

Academy Bus

Maintenance Supervisor

Perth Amboy, NJ · On-site

$85K/yr

Inspect completed repairs and ensure buses are safe, road-ready, and compliant with applicable ... Oversee general welding, fabrication, and other mechanical repairs as needed. * Maintain a clean ...

Brecks Group

Ironworker

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a skilled and dedicated Assistant Foreman to ... Weld, bolt, and secure metal pieces to create stable and durable structures. * Operate cranes and ...

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Academy Bus

Maintenance Supervisor

Perth Amboy, NJ · On-site

$85K/yr

Inspect completed repairs and ensure buses are safe, road-ready, and compliant with applicable ... Oversee general welding, fabrication, and other mechanical repairs as needed. * Maintain a clean ...

Drivo LLC

Auto Body Technician Level 3 Foreman

Linden, NJ · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Perform and inspect repairs from initial damage assessment through final delivery. * Conduct and ... Welding and metal fabrication repairs * Dent and body damage repairs * Nick and minor damage ...

Sysco

Maintenance Worker

New York, NY · On-site

$10 - $48/hr

May performs fire inspections. RESPONSIBILITIES * Keep up to date on all maintenance records for ... welding * Perform/assist in general maintenance of the building and grounds to include (but not ...

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How much do assistant welding inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant welding inspector in Newark, NJ is $27.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.10 and $34.18 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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Infographic showing various Assistant Welding Inspector job openings in Newark, NJ as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,017 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Technician II, Prototype

Eos Energy Enterprises

Edison, NJ • On-site

Full-time

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About Eos Energy Enterprises
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power. Our breakthrough Znyth™ aqueous zinc battery was designed to overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion technology. It is safe, scalable, efficient, sustainable, manufactured in the U.S., and the core of our innovative systems that today provides utility, industrial, and commercial customers with a proven, reliable energy storage alternative for 3 to 12-hour applications. Eos was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. For more information about Eos (NASDAQ: EOSE), visit eose.com.
With safety as the top priority, Prototype Technician IIs are accountable for delivering batteries that meet product and quality specifications.
All prototype lab team members are responsible for producing the required number of cells and batteries for testing each day during the week. Team members are responsible for receiving, testing, analyzing, recording, and reporting results of the product and test. Team members work independently in different functional areas to meet the daily and weekly objectives and may be assigned to work in one or more of the following focuses:
1. Prep:
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Manually connect bolts, washers, and nuts.
  • Heat shrink wrap on bolts and tie rods.
  • Wash individual and pre-assembled components per supplied work instructions.
  • Prepare modifications to parts where needed (shaving, cutting, drilling).

2. Welding
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Use parallel welder to attach metal pieces to one another.

3. Conductive Plastic Terminal
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Cut and prepare plastic according to work instruction.
  • Assembly conductive plastic according to work instruction.
  • Mark materials for identification and quality control.
  • Run a hot press.
  • Prepare, load, monitor, and unload part to the hot press.

4. Assembly
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Align parts and connect according to work instructions.
  • Update traveller with cell/battery specs.

5. Quality Control
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Run tests to ensure battery is assembled correctly without leaks.
  • Update traveller with cell/battery specs.

6. Filling
  • Measure and mix chemicals to create electrolyte batch.
  • Measure and transfer electrolyte from batch to cells/batteries.
  • Visually inspect each cell/battery for defects and cleanliness.
  • Update traveller with cell/battery specs.

7. Measuring
  • Visually inspect each part for defects and cleanliness.
  • Run electrochemical tests and update traveller with details.

8. Field Projects
  • The prototype team may occasionally be asked to assist the Field Operations team with:
  • Manual labor in renewable construction projects.
  • Connecting batteries
  • Running tests to ensure battery is installed correctly without any damage

Responsibilities
  • Help equipment operators and other skilled labor when necessary
  • Abide by all company regulations, policies, work procedures and instruction
  • Load or unload construction materials.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate all lab stations.
  • All Team Members are responsible for maintaining shop cleanliness and assisting in maintain material inventory.
  • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of shop equipment (CNS's routers, table saw, drill press, welders, and other hand tools) and work safety.
  • Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
  • Good communication and organization skills
  • Knowledge of inspection tools such as dial clippers, micrometers, profilometers and other shop related inspection tools.
  • Ability to collaborate with design team in order to refine existing design efforts.
  • Background in R&D environment a plus
Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate's degree, trade school, or equivalent experience required.
Travel
  • Local Travel
  • Overnight/North America: Less than 10%
Working Conditions
  • Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats. May be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
  • Customer/Partner Locations - Employee may visit customer or partner locations that may be comprised of office, manufacturing floor, laboratory environments and construction sites depending on the location and reason for visit.

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