Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Welding - GO

Key Responsibilities:

Perform visual inspection (VT) of structural welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria

Evaluate weld workmanship and surface condition

Identify weld discontinuities including:

Cracks

Undercut

Porosity

Overlap

Incomplete fusion indications

Arc strikes

Excessive reinforcement

Crater defects

Verify weld profiles, weld size, and contour requirements

Inspect fillet welds, groove welds, CJP and PJP welds

Welding Documentation Review

Review and verify approved WPS documentation

Confirm welder qualifications and continuity records

Verify welding processes and consumables comply with approved procedures

Review fabrication drawings and weld symbols

Ensure inspection requirements are properly flowed down

In-Process and Final Inspection

Perform pre-weld, in-process, and final inspections

Verify fit-up, joint preparation, alignment, and cleanliness

Monitor workmanship during fabrication activities

Verify repairs and rework activities meet acceptance criteria

Coordinate with NDE personnel when required

Reporting and Documentation

Generate inspection reports and nonconformance documentation

Document weld findings accurately and clearly

Provide objective disposition recommendations

Support corrective action and root cause investigations

Maintain inspection records and traceability documentation

Supplier / Source Inspection Support

Perform source inspections at supplier facilities when required

Support supplier quality evaluations and audits

Communicate technical concerns professionally with suppliers and customers

Assist in process improvement and workmanship standardization activities

Required Qualifications:

Education / Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

Technical training in welding inspection preferred

Minimum 3–5 years of structural welding inspection experience preferred

Experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and welded assemblies

Technical Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of

AWS D1.1 requirements

AWS B1.11 visual inspection practices

Weld symbols and fabrication drawings

Welding processes:

FCAW

GMAW

SMAW

GTAW (preferred)

Structural steel fabrication practices

Weld gauges and inspection tools

Weld discontinuities and workmanship evaluation

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

VT Level II certification

NDE certifications (MT/PT preferred)

OSHA safety training

Structural steel fabrication experience