Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Intertek•Fairfax, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Fairfax, Virginia. This role offers a significant opportunity for career growth within the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. The Building & Construction division at Intertek comprises industry-leading brands that specialize in various architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, focusing on innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services act as a risk management and quality assurance partner, ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of new developments, existing assets, and facilities. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a prominent US-based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction, offering a wide range of services including construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must have AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification with D1.1 experience.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience required.
Ability to read blueprints and understand, and interpret tolerances.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
Must be able to receive, understand, and execute written and verbal directions.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication.
Must be able to work well independently and with others.
Must be able to periodically work off shifts and overtime.
Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Technical Degree in Welding is preferred.
Construction materials testing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Employ knowledge and training of welding processes, test methods, discontinuities, materials, qualifications, and standards to ensure that weldments and weld-related activities comply with all applicable quality and safety criteria.
Ensure compliance with safety and environment guidelines, policies, and regulations.
Testing and inspection of structural steel during erection on general building and pipeline sites, as well as occasional plant inspections.
Inspect general construction and structural steel erection for buildings.
Perform visual inspections on welded products in progress and completed jobs.
Inspect welding jobs for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercut etc.
Record results of tests and welding inspections.
Issue and follow up on non-conformances until the close out.
Plan and conduct analysis, inspection, testing, and/or integration to assure the quality of assigned product or component.
Review all welded products or components and provide input to the decision of whether to accept or reject the product.
Document data obtained during all quality assurance activities, consistent with company policies and procedures.
Communicate significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provide recommended process improvements to management.
Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications.
Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (e.g., soil, concrete) and provide assessment of data through reporting.
Operate a calculator to calculate mathematical test results.
Adhere to safety practices and policies to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.