Certified Weld Inspector / Fabrication Inspector

Fairbanks Morse Defense•Cincinnati, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

Federal Equipment Company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company has extensive expertise in marine design/engineering and manufacturing of critical shipboard systems and is rapidly growing. The Certified Weld Inspector (NDT LII Weld) will be responsible for level II inspecting of Welds, overseeing 3rd party inspections, and preparing required reports. This role involves time spent in the Inspection Lab and other Manufacturing environments. Team members are expected to be versatile and fulfill duties as described, as well as technical and clerical duties that arise. This position requires proactivity, continuous improvement, and integrity for the company's overall quality.

Requirements

  • Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification (AWS).
  • NAVSEA weld inspector – NDT Level II preferred.
  • Excellent reading comprehension skills.
  • Good math skills, especially algebra, trigonometry and physics related to welding.
  • Good organizational and planning skills.
  • Able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
  • Able to comprehend blueprints and drawings.
  • Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision.
  • Proven ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Capable of working in a customer-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity.
  • Results-oriented with willingness to take responsibility.
  • NDT VT Level II experience.
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments (digital AND dial/analog - micrometers, calipers), test sets, and gauging equipment, a plus.
  • Ability to read customer drawings and specifications, GD&T experience a plus.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as dimensions, tolerance, etc.
  • Ability to operate Windows based computers and working knowledge of typical office programs – i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Must provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship to meet NOFORN requirement.
  • Competently perform all essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery.
  • Ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience interpreting engineering prints using GD&T.
  • NDT Level II certification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Level II Visual Inspection of Welds.
  • May perform receiving, in-process, and final dimensional inspections.
  • Oversee 3rd party NDT Inspections as needed.
  • Interpret weld symbols and requirements on engineering prints.
  • Interpret weld codes and industry standards as required.
  • Complete VT Reports as required.
  • Visit local Suppliers to perform VT and dimensional Inspections as needed.
  • Manage/maintain equipment and records as required.
  • Assist in creating/maintaining Weld and NDT Procedures/Programs as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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