Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) - Central TX

Intertek • The Woodlands, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join its Industry Services team in Central Texas. This role offers a career in industrial construction inspection and quality assurance within Intertek's Asset Integrity Management (AIM) team, which supports asset life management across various project phases. Intertek is a Total Quality Assurance Provider, focused on bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Minimum five (5) years of welding inspection experience.
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, welding symbols, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and electronic report preparation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Ten (10) or more years of welding inspection experience.
• Experience inspecting transmission structures, utility infrastructure, structural steel fabrication, or industrial construction projects.
• Experience with district cooling systems, chilled water piping, power generation facilities, or other utility-related assets.
• Additional NDE certifications (UT, MT, PT, PAUT, or related methods).
• Experience performing fabrication shop inspections and construction quality assurance activities.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1, B31.3, and related utility and industrial codes.
• Previous experience supporting municipal utilities, electric utilities, power generation facilities, or heavy industrial clients.
• Retired or semi-retired inspectors seeking flexible, project-based work are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Review weld and welder certifications for Code compliance.
• Perform visual welding inspections in accordance with applicable AWS, ASME, and client requirements.
• Conduct fabrication shop, construction, and field inspections for transmission structures, structural steel, piping systems, and industrial equipment.
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, welding procedures, and quality requirements.
• Document inspection findings and prepare clear, concise inspection reports.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, fabricators, engineers, and project managers.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities for utility, district energy, and power generation projects.
• Travel to project sites throughout Texas and surrounding areas as required.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable safety requirements and company procedures.

What This Job Offers

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