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Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - Austin, TX

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Industry Services team in Austin, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in industrial construction inspection and quality assurance.

Intertek's Asset Integrity Management (AIM) team provides asset life management support to infrastructure, facilities, and equipment through the conception, design, construction, commissioning, operations, and decommissioning phases. Intertek provides specialists and engineering support in all areas of Asset Integrity Management, including design, process safety, mechanical integrity, inspection and maintenance, operational and process support, corrosion, metallurgy, and risk analysis to provide you with Total Quality Assurance. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for independently performing welding inspections and quality oversight activities associated with a new construction direct buried chilled water piping project in accordance with ASME B31.1 requirements and project specifications. The successful candidate will provide daily reporting, maintain detailed weld tracking documentation, and support overall project quality and safety objectives.  The project work is located in Austin, TX.

Shift/Schedule: 

Shift/Schedule: 5 days per week / 10-hour shifts
Estimated Project Duration: Approximately 12 weeks
Estimated Start Date: Around June 10, 2026

What you'll do:

• Perform visual weld inspections in accordance with ASME B31.1 and project specifications
• Monitor welding activities for compliance with approved WPSs and applicable procedures
• Verify welder qualifications and welding documentation
• Maintain detailed weld logs including weld numbers, welder IDs, WPS utilized, material traceability, NDE status, repair tracking, and weld completion status
• Generate accurate daily inspection reports documenting work progress, quality issues, and field observations
• Coordinate with project management, QA/QC personnel, and field supervision
• Identify and document non-conforming conditions
• Verify proper material handling and fit-up practices
• Assist with turnover documentation and final quality records as required

• Maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices and site safety requirements

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Demonstrated experience with ASME B31.1 piping systems
• Experience with new construction piping projects
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, weld documentation, and quality control processes
• Proficient with daily reporting and weld tracking documentation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Ability to work a 5x10 schedule for the duration of the project
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record required
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Familiarity with piping isometrics and weld maps
• Experience coordinating with NDE personnel and turnover teams
• Industrial piping inspection experience preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.