QA/QC Professional - Welding Inspector Level II

Southland Industries • Beltsville, MD

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About The Position

Responsible for ensuring product quality specifications and processes are in compliance with regulatory, company and customer standards and requirements. Review shop fabrications for drawing conformance, verifies installation of products and materials and confirms that procedures are being followed and are code compliant. Perform visual inspections of stainless-steel piping, welds, and components during fabrication and installation. Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and codes including ASME B31.3. Inspect weld fit-up, joint preparation, purge setup, and completed welds (TIG/GTAW preferred). Monitor welding activities to ensure adherence to approved WPS/PQR per ASME Section IX. Conduct or witness NDE examinations such as VT, PT, and coordinate RT/UT as required. Verify material traceability, MTRs, heat numbers, and proper storage/handling of stainless material. Identify and document non-conformances and support corrective actions. Maintain inspection reports and weld logs. Coordinate with fabrication, welding, and project management team.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent
• Level II certification in Visual Testing (VT) required (per ASNT or equivalent)
• 2+ years of inspection experience in piping fabrication or industrial construction
• Strong knowledge of stainless-steel welding practices (GTAW/TIG with purge)
• Codes & Standards: ASME B31.3, ASME Section IX
• Understanding of: Weld defects and acceptance criteria, Orbital and manual TIG welding, Passivation and corrosion control, Isometric drawings and P&IDs
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations as well as safety policies and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld symbols
• Good communication skills to work with welders, supervisors, and clients

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications (PT, UT, or RT) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with sanitary or high-purity systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review shop fabrications for drawing conformance
• Verify installation of products and materials
• Confirm that procedures are being followed and are code compliant
• Perform visual inspections of stainless-steel piping, welds, and components during fabrication and installation
• Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and codes including ASME B31.3
• Inspect weld fit-up, joint preparation, purge setup, and completed welds (TIG/GTAW preferred)
• Monitor welding activities to ensure adherence to approved WPS/PQR per ASME Section IX
• Conduct or witness NDE examinations such as VT, PT, and coordinate RT/UT as required
• Verify material traceability, MTRs, heat numbers, and proper storage/handling of stainless material
• Identify and document non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Maintain inspection reports and weld logs
• Coordinate with fabrication, welding, and project management team

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED