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Certified Welding Inspector - NDT Experience Required

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Position Overview:

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is a key role, responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of welded structures by conducting inspections, verifying compliance with industry standards and project specifications, and collaborating with engineering teams to uphold welding best practices.

Responsibilities:

Conduct welding inspections at job sites in a timely fashion and submit accurate reports.
Conduct NDT testing using one or more NDT methods, such as
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Thermography Testing Level 2
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
Study and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and manuals to understand project requirements.
Operate and maintain a motor vehicle, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
Partner with fabricators, engineers, and supervisors, to ensure project quality and completion per specifications.
Communicate with dispatching and/or field supervisor, advising of current job status and locations as required.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to protect oneself and others in the work environment.
Other duties as assigned

Job Responsibilities Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent with a completed welding certificate program or vocational training.
American Welding Society (AWS) or similar welding certification, preferred.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and basic computer literacy.
Knowledge of various welding techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
Adaptability and flexibility to changing schedules and hours to support business needs.
Strong time management, mathematics, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2-5 years of experience in NDT experience
- Level 2 NDT certification
- Strong understanding of material properties, defects, and testing standards
Travel Requirements:
- This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.
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Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
  - Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  - Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
  - Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
- The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
  - Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  - Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
  - Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
  - Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
  - Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
  - Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).
EEO Statement:
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here

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