Certified Weld Inspector

MAU is hiring a Certified Weld Inspector for our client in Columbia, SC. As a Certified Weld Inspector, you will perform weld inspections, non-destructive examinations (NDE), dimensional inspections, and quality control activities to ensure fabricated equipment, piping, and pressure vessels meet applicable standards and specifications. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with employer contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Competitive salary range based on experience, skill level, and certifications
• Flexible hours
• Relocation assistance available

Shift Information

• Full-time
• Hourly, non-exempt
• First shift
• Flexible hours available

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Additional nondestructive testing certifications (PT, MT, etc.)
• Previous welding experience

General Requirements

• Ability to perform day-to-day nondestructive examination (NDE) activities
• Knowledge of visual examination of materials, structures, and components for corrosion, metal fatigue, cracks, and other flaws
• Ability to execute inspection plans for pressure vessels, piping, and fabricated equipment
• Ability to understand, interpret, and review engineering drawings
• Knowledge of documenting nondestructive examination methods, processes, and results
• Ability to interpret inspection results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures
• Ability to prepare inspection reports and communicate findings to appropriate parties
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products
• Ability to visually inspect structural steel, piping, and pressure vessel internals
• Strong work ethic with exceptional safety and quality awareness
• Mechanical aptitude
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions and procedures
• Ability to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation

Essential Functions

• Perform weld inspections, nondestructive examinations (NDE), and dimensional inspections
• Verify material testing and documentation
• Conduct surveillance of fabrication activities and quality control processes
• Ensure all applicable documentation is accurate and complete
• Assist the Quality Assurance Manager in implementing the NQA-1 Quality Control Program
• Inspect materials, structures, and components for corrosion, metal fatigue, cracks, and other defects
• Execute inspection plans for pressure vessels, piping, and fabricated equipment
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required
• Document nondestructive examination methods, processes, and results
• Interpret inspection results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures
• Prepare inspection reports and communicate findings to appropriate parties

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb