CWI-Certified Weld Instructor

Ace Sanitary Holdings•Plainfield, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Steel & O’Brien Manufacturing is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for its new Indianapolis facility, which produces components and assemblies for data center cooling systems. This hands-on, plant-based role inspects welded components, supports welder training and qualification, and works with Production, Engineering, and Quality to establish consistent inspection practices as the facility grows. The role helps ensure stainless steel components and assemblies meet customer requirements, applicable codes, and company quality standards. The CWI performs inspections throughout fabrication and at final inspection; reviews welding procedures, qualifications, and consumables; and supports welder qualification testing and training. The position also performs authorized nondestructive testing, documents inspection results and corrective actions, investigates weld defects with cross-functional teams, and contributes to facility startup, audits, and continuous improvement. Salary is $65,000–$85,000 with a 5% annual bonus. Regular, consistent attendance is mandatory. Essential functions may include lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, carrying objects, ascending and descending stairs, and commuting to the work location. Reasonable accommodations may be requested under the ADA or other applicable state or federal law.

Requirements

Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
At least five years of combined welding and welding inspection experience in manufacturing or fabrication.
Experience with stainless steel and high-performance alloys used in cooling system fabrication.
Working knowledge of ASME Section IX and applicable AWS welding codes, with the ability to interpret project-specific requirements.
Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and accurate documentation.
Effective communication skills and ability to work closely with welders, supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel.
Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital inspection and reporting tools.
Regular, consistent attendance is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Experience with manual TIG/GTAW and orbital welding processes.
Experience with orbital welding equipment such as AMI, Orbitalum, or Swagelok.
Experience with stainless steel processing and high-purity welding applications.
Experience in piping, pressure vessel, or HVAC component manufacturing.
Experience with welder training and qualification testing.
Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Relevant NDT qualifications or certifications.
Experience with facility startup or production expansion.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of welded components during fabrication and final inspection.
Verify work against engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, approved welding procedures, and applicable AWS and ASME requirements.
Review welding procedures, qualification records, welder qualifications, and consumables for compliance with job requirements.
Support welder qualification testing and maintain accurate qualification records.
Provide welding quality training and retraining on approved procedures, inspection expectations, and corrective actions.
Perform nondestructive testing (NDT) within qualifications and company authorization, and coordinate additional testing with qualified personnel or third-party providers.
Record inspection results, nonconformances, and corrective actions in the company’s quality management system.
Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality to investigate weld defects, verify repairs, and prevent recurring issues.
Help establish inspection checkpoints, documentation practices, and standard work during facility startup and production ramp-up.
Participate in weld audits, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts.
Check inspection equipment calibration status and maintain traceable inspection records.
Follow required PPE and safety practices and keep the work area clean and organized.
Perform other duties as assigned.