Dallas, TX · On-site
$26 - $35.25/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
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Dallas, TX · On-site
$26 - $35.25/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
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Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
Lubbock, TX · On-site
$21.50 - $29.25/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
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Lubbock, TX · On-site
$21.50 - $29.25/hr
Key Responsibilities • Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications (AWS, ASME, API, etc.) • Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure ...
$27.25 - $36.75/hr
Position Summary The NDT CWI Inspector will perform visual welding inspections and support NDT ... Employment Type * Full-Time * Temporary / Project-Based Assignments * Open to U.S.-based candidates ...
$27.25 - $36.75/hr
Position Summary The NDT CWI Inspector will perform visual welding inspections and support NDT ... Employment Type * Full-Time * Temporary / Project-Based Assignments * Open to U.S.-based candidates ...
FL · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Job Type Full-time Description JE Technology Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of aircraft ... Perform visual inspections of steel and aluminum tack welds, weldments, and fabricated assemblies ...
FL · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Job Type Full-time Description JE Technology Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of aircraft ... Perform visual inspections of steel and aluminum tack welds, weldments, and fabricated assemblies ...
Westminster, CO · On-site
$28 - $36/hr
Conduct in-process and final visual weld inspections on glovebox assemblies and subcomponents. * Verify compliance with welding procedures, engineering drawings, and applicable codes (AWS D1.6, ASME ...
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Westminster, CO · On-site
$28 - $36/hr
Conduct in-process and final visual weld inspections on glovebox assemblies and subcomponents. * Verify compliance with welding procedures, engineering drawings, and applicable codes (AWS D1.6, ASME ...
Supporting to raise the collective capability of the group visual weld inspection, robotic programming, and weld training. Essential Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Must pass a ...
Supporting to raise the collective capability of the group visual weld inspection, robotic programming, and weld training. Essential Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Must pass a ...
FL · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Job Type Full-time Description JE Technology Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of aircraft ... Perform visual inspections of steel and aluminum tack welds, weldments, and fabricated assemblies ...
FL · On-site
$24.75 - $33.50/hr
Job Type Full-time Description JE Technology Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of aircraft ... Perform visual inspections of steel and aluminum tack welds, weldments, and fabricated assemblies ...
$31.50 - $33/hr
Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications The ...
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$31.50 - $33/hr
Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications The ...
Visual inspection of crew's job performance and workmanship. * Inspect weld caps for cracks and deformities; monitor arc burns and alert proper person if found. * Document amperage and voltage ...
Visual inspection of crew's job performance and workmanship. * Inspect weld caps for cracks and deformities; monitor arc burns and alert proper person if found. * Document amperage and voltage ...
$31.50 - $33/hr
Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications The ...
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$31.50 - $33/hr
Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications The ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
$22.95 - $38.98/hr
Provide fit-up check prior to welding and final visual weld inspections. * Administers weld test to welder applicants and current employees as needed. * Performs work in reasonable amount of time and ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
$22.95 - $38.98/hr
Provide fit-up check prior to welding and final visual weld inspections. * Administers weld test to welder applicants and current employees as needed. * Performs work in reasonable amount of time and ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
$22.95 - $38.98/hr
Provide fit-up check prior to welding and final visual weld inspections. * Administers weld test to welder applicants and current employees as needed. * Performs work in reasonable amount of time and ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
$22.95 - $38.98/hr
Provide fit-up check prior to welding and final visual weld inspections. * Administers weld test to welder applicants and current employees as needed. * Performs work in reasonable amount of time and ...
Wichita, KS · On-site
As a welding inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting and assessing the strength and ... Conduct visual weld inspections of fusion welds and metallographic inspections of resistance welds.
Wichita, KS · On-site
As a welding inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting and assessing the strength and ... Conduct visual weld inspections of fusion welds and metallographic inspections of resistance welds.
Wichita, KS · On-site
As a welding inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting and assessing the strength and ... Conduct visual weld inspections of fusion welds and metallographic inspections of resistance welds.
Wichita, KS · On-site
As a welding inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting and assessing the strength and ... Conduct visual weld inspections of fusion welds and metallographic inspections of resistance welds.
Matthews, NC · On-site
Perform visual inspections of welds for process piping and structural steel. * Ensure fabricated ... Manage welder qualification and certification programs according to contract specifications.
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Matthews, NC · On-site
Perform visual inspections of welds for process piping and structural steel. * Ensure fabricated ... Manage welder qualification and certification programs according to contract specifications.
$27.50 - $37.25/hr
This is a full-time, direct hire, permanent opportunity with benefits, huge OT opportunities, and ... Complete visual examinations, non-destructive examinations and destructive examinations * Prepare ...
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$27.50 - $37.25/hr
This is a full-time, direct hire, permanent opportunity with benefits, huge OT opportunities, and ... Complete visual examinations, non-destructive examinations and destructive examinations * Prepare ...
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$27.75 - $37.75/hr
Colorado Springs, CO Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail ... Perform visual inspections of welds and welded assemblies. * Verify compliance with Welding ...
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Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$27.75 - $37.75/hr
Colorado Springs, CO Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail ... Perform visual inspections of welds and welded assemblies. * Verify compliance with Welding ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$26.75 - $36.25/hr
The successful candidate will verify weld quality through visual inspection and nondestructive examination coordination, ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, and support client QA/Q ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$26.75 - $36.25/hr
The successful candidate will verify weld quality through visual inspection and nondestructive examination coordination, ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, and support client QA/Q ...
Benicia, CA · On-site
$33 - $44.50/hr
Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API codes, or project-specific criteria. * Review welding procedures (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and ...
Benicia, CA · On-site
$33 - $44.50/hr
Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API codes, or project-specific criteria. * Review welding procedures (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and ...
$15.38 - $17.70
11% of jobs
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| Aspect | Full Time Visual Welding Inspector | Certified Welding Inspector |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Typically requires visual inspection training, often no formal certification needed | Requires AWS CWI certification |
| Work Environment | Primarily on-site at construction, manufacturing, or fabrication facilities | On-site and office-based, with additional certification responsibilities |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Common in construction, fabrication, and manufacturing industries | Used across industries for quality assurance and compliance |
The Full Time Visual Welding Inspector focuses on visual inspection of welds without necessarily holding formal certification, mainly working on-site. In contrast, a Certified Welding Inspector holds AWS CWI certification, enabling broader inspection responsibilities and compliance tasks. Both roles are vital in ensuring weld quality, but the CWI has a higher credential requirement and often broader scope of work.
$26 - $35.25/hr
Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
Position Summary
Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to
join our inspection and quality assurance team. This position is responsible for performing welding
inspections and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, project specifications, and industry
standards across a variety of construction and industrial projects throughout the Southeast.
This role requires the ability and willingness to travel to project sites, including multi-state assignments,
and work in field environments as needed to support active construction operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications
(AWS, ASME, API, etc.)
• Verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification
Records (PQR)
• Confirm welder qualifications and maintain required documentation
• Interpret construction drawings, welding symbols, and technical specifications
• Document inspection findings, non-conformances, and corrective actions
• Coordinate and monitor non-destructive testing (NDT) activities as required
• Prepare daily field reports, inspection summaries, and supporting documentation
• Travel to various job sites, including out-of-town and multi-state assignments, as required
• Follow established safety policies and quality control procedures
• Communicate effectively with project managers, field staff, contractors, and clients
Qualifications
• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification issued by the American Welding Society (AWS)
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in welding technology or related field
preferred
• Minimum 3 years of welding inspection experience preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable welding codes such as AWS D1.1, API 1104, and ASME Section IX
• Strong understanding of welding processes and inspection techniques
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and digital reporting systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently and work extended hours based on project needs
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
• Ability to work in outdoor and construction site environments
• Ability to stand for extended periods and navigate uneven terrain
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform field-related tasks
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and travel assignments, based on project needs
