Certified Welding Inspector - Chicago, IL

Bureau Veritas•Chicago, IL

9d•$35 - $50

About The Position

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for quality assurance on behalf of Bureau Veritas’s client and for conducting on-site inspections during construction. The role works with project managers to clarify work-order scope, deliverables, schedules, and budgets, and coordinates with fabrication shops, contractors, Bureau Veritas employees, clients, and other third parties to resolve issues. The inspector ensures services meet project requirements and client contracts, maintains positive relationships, and communicates information about upcoming assignments and potential work. The role generates and processes timesheets, billing and expense reports, emails, messages, and inspection reports accurately and by applicable deadlines. Reports must be typed using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat and transmitted electronically to the Project Manager. Work may be performed remotely, on-site, or from established Bureau Veritas offices or worksites. Travel may be required, and the employee must be able to pay travel expenses 1–2 weeks in advance. The position requires a client-oriented, detail-focused approach to quality control and assurance; the ability to interpret complex design and fabrication plans and specifications; strong communication and documentation skills; and the ability to manage multiple assignments without compromising quality. The inspector must identify situations requiring PPE beyond standard issue and use a smartphone camera to add photographs to client reports. The role involves prolonged stationary work, frequent computer and productivity-equipment use, occasional movement within the workspace, frequent ladder or stair use, and positioning to access elevated or lowered work areas. It also requires close-range and distance observation and the ability to communicate and exchange information accurately.

Requirements

Current and active American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector or Senior Certified Welding Inspector certification.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Reliable high-speed internet connection.
Ability to pay travel expenses 1–2 weeks in advance.
Client-oriented approach and ability to understand and fulfill client needs.
Detail-oriented approach and dedication to quality control and quality assurance.
Ability to understand and read complex design and fabrication plans and specifications.
Excellent communication and documentation skills, including communicating technical issues to Project Managers, clients, Bureau Veritas employees, and fabrication facilities.
Proficiency with desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, and MS Calendar.
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and other word-processing or document-control software as needed.
Ability to multitask and execute multiple simultaneous assignments without sacrificing efficiency or quality.
Willingness to work with clients, field staff, other Bureau Veritas offices, and the worldwide Bureau Veritas organization.
Ability to remain stationary for long periods, move about the workspace, frequently use ladders or stairs, and position oneself to access elevated or lowered work areas.
Ability to observe details at close range and at a distance, and to communicate and exchange information accurately.

Nice To Haves

Non-Destructive Testing Level II or III.
NACE/AMPP Level II certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Project Managers to determine work-order requirements, including scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget.
Communicate with Project Managers, fabrication shops, contractors, Bureau Veritas employees, and third parties to resolve issues.
Ensure services are performed in accordance with project requirements and the client contract.
Generate, process, and respond to timesheets, billing reports, expense reports, emails, instant messages, and inspection reports accurately and by applicable deadlines.
Submit typewritten reports using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat and electronically transmit them to the Project Manager.
Communicate information from fabrication facilities about upcoming assignments and potential work for Bureau Veritas.
Maintain positive relationships among Bureau Veritas, fabrication facilities, and clients.
Perform work remotely, on-site, or from established Bureau Veritas offices or worksites.
Manage multiple simultaneous assignments while maintaining efficiency and quality.
Identify situations that require PPE beyond standard issue.
Use a smartphone camera and insert photographs into client reports.
Conduct quality assurance and on-site inspections during construction.