Welding Inspectors - Multiple Locations - Contract

SGS • Miami, FL

13d • $40 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

SGS is seeking experienced Welding Inspectors for contract positions in multiple locations across the USA. This role involves ensuring that welds and welding processes meet all applicable codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements. Inspectors will perform visual inspections, witness and verify non-destructive tests, monitor welding parameters, and inspect materials and equipment. The position requires quality document reviews, including WPS/PQR, and the issuance of reports or recommendations for corrective actions to maintain safety and structural integrity. Inspectors will also verify welder qualifications and ensure adherence to welding procedures and specifications. The work is assigned on an as-needed basis, with durations varying from a single day to several weeks. Successful candidates will sign an independent contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Requirements

• Must have at least one of the following: AWS / CWI / CSWIP/API
• Minimum of five (5) years industrial welding-related inspection experience.
• Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections inspector.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience (mainly Oil and Gas)
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of welding inspections.
• Welding inspections experience at manufacturer shops / facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Welding inspection experience of Pipeline, Equipment i.e. Pressure vessels, Heat exchangers, Pumps, etc.. would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that welds and welding processes comply with codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements by performing visual inspections and also to witness & verify non-destructive tests & their reports.
• Monitoring welding parameters and inspecting materials and equipment.
• Quality document reviews including WPS / PQR, assessment of quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of welded components.
• Verify that welders are qualified, and that welding procedures and specifications (WPS) are followed correctly.
• Ensure all welding activities adhere to relevant industry codes (like ASME, AWS, API) and contractual requirements.
• Perform pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld inspections to identify defects and ensure quality.
• Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation.
• Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results.
• Visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects.
• Ensure that materials, equipment, and safety regulations are followed.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found.

Benefits

• Hourly rate – $40 to $45/hr + $0.70/km
• Per diem may be considered if the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector place of residence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed