Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Technician - Full Time

MISTRAS Group • Louisville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

MISTRAS Group is seeking a qualified CWI Technician for full-time opportunities in Louisville, KY. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing welding inspections, nondestructive testing activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, and customer specifications. The NDT CWI Inspector will perform visual welding inspections and support NDT operations in industrial, manufacturing, pipeline, refinery, power generation, or construction environments. Candidates must possess strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Requirements

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required
• Previous NDT inspection experience required
• Strong understanding of welding processes, materials, and inspection techniques
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld procedures, and industry codes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

• Graduated from a Non-Destructive Testing School
• Additional NDT certifications (UT, MT, PT, VT, PAUT) are a plus
• Experience in refinery, manufacturing, fabrication, aerospace, or industrial environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform visual weld inspections in accordance with AWS, ASME, API, and customer specifications
• Conduct and/or support NDT inspections including VT, MT, PT, UT, and RT as qualified
• Interpret codes, standards, procedures, and engineering drawings
• Document inspection findings and prepare detailed inspection reports
• Verify weld quality, dimensions, fit-up, and compliance requirements
• Ensure all inspections are completed safely and accurately
• Communicate inspection results with clients, supervisors, and project teams
• Maintain certifications, records, and inspection documentation
• Travel to customer sites and support outage, shutdown, or project schedules as needed
• Work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts based on project demands

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits with coverage after 30 days worked full-time employment
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid training
• Competitive Wages
• 401K Savings Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed