Certified Welding Inspector

Intertek
Plymouth, MI

Who this role is best for

Best suited to technically proficient candidates with AWS D1.1 experience working in construction and pipeline inspection settings.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with AWS D1.1 certification and 4+ years of welding inspection experience in construction or pipeline settings
    — “Must have AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification with D1.1 experience”
  • Individuals who can work independently and handle on-site responsibilities with precision
    — “Must be able to work well independently and with others”
  • Professionals comfortable with fieldwork and who can interpret blueprints and tolerances accurately
    — “Ability to read blueprints and understand, and interpret tolerances”

Things to consider

  • The role requires valid driver’s license and reliable driving record for site visits and travel
    — “Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required)”
  • Candidates must be prepared to work off shifts and overtime as needed
    — “Must be able to periodically work off shifts and overtime”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with structural steel and pipeline inspections in your resume and interview responses
    — “Testing and inspection of structural steel during erection on general building and pipeline sites”
  • Demonstrate your ability to document quality assurance data accurately and consistently
    — “Documents data obtained during all quality assurance activities, consistent with company policies and procedures”
  • Emphasize your communication skills, particularly in relaying findings and process improvements
    — “Communicates significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provides recommended process improvements to management”
  • Showcase your ability to use measuring instruments and interpret results effectively
    — “Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • compliance with quality and safety criteria
  • accurate inspection of welded products
  • timely documentation of quality assurance activities
Typical background
certified welding inspectorconstruction assurance experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Welding InspectionQuality AssuranceSafety ComplianceConstruction Materials TestingStructural Steel Inspection

Preferred

Specialty TestingEnvironmental Engineering

Stack & domain

Welding ProcessesTest MethodsDiscontinuitiesMaterialsQualificationsStandardsCertified Welding InspectorConstructionEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Intertek

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - Plymouth, MI

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Certified Welding Inspector to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Plymouth, MI. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.  

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The CWI is responsible for employing their knowledge and training of welding processes, test methods, discontinuities, materials, qualifications, and standards to ensure that weldments and weld-related activities comply with all applicable quality and safety criteria.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

Ensure compliance with safety and environment guidelines, policies, and regulationsTesting and inspection of structural steel during erection on general building and pipeline sites, as well as occasional plant inspectionsInspect general construction and structural steel erection for buildingsPerform visual inspections on welded products in progress and completed jobsInspect welding jobs for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercut etc.Record results of tests and welding inspectionsAble to issue and follow up on non-conformances until the close outPlans and conducts the analysis, inspection, test, and/or integration to assure the quality of assigned product or componentReviews all welded products or components and provides input to the decision of whether to accept or reject the productDocuments data obtained during all quality assurance activities, consistent with company policies and proceduresCommunicates significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provides recommended process improvements to managementInspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specificationsMeasure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometersMay also, operates testing equipment and conducts testing, (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provides assessment of data through reportingOperates a calculator to calculate mathematical test resultsMust be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent requiredMust have AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification with D1.1 experience Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience requiredAbility to read blueprints and understand, and interpret tolerancesComputer Skills: Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applicationsMust be able to receive, understand, and execute written and verbal directionsAbility to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communicationMust be able to work well independently and with othersMust be able to periodically work off shifts and overtimeMust be able to test concrete and compactionValid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required)Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:

Technical Degree in Welding is preferredConstruction materials testing experience is 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.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

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