Certified Weld Inspector - Fabrication

Location:

Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job ID:

R0126863

Date Posted:

2026-04-15

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Inspections: Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds on various projects, components, and structures.

• Compliance: Verify that welding procedures and techniques meet specified codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API).

• Documentation: Review weld maps, procedures, and related documentation; maintain detailed inspection reports and records for traceability and audit purposes.

• NDT Coordination: Perform or coordinate Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) such as magnetic particle (MT), dye penetrant (PT), and ultrasonic (UT) testing.

• Welder Support: Provide technical assistance and guidance to welders and production teams regarding welding procedures and quality issues.

• Corrective Action: Identify, document, and track non-conformances (weld defects) and recommend corrective actions to resolve issues.

• Safety Adherence: Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA) during inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Current Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) credential through the American Welding Society (AWS) or equivalent (e.g., CSWIP).

• Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in welding inspection, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or shipbuilding environments.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) and structural steel welding codes.

• Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and WPS/PQR documents.

• Equipment: Proficiency in using inspection tools such as weld gauges, micrometers, and calipers.

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