Quality Control Inspector- Structural Steel Fabrication

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector – Structural Steel Fabrication

Location: Pickens, SC
Company: Bridge Brothers

About Bridge Brothers

Bridge Brothers is a leading manufacturer specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and construction of custom steel bridges. We serve municipalities, national parks, energy companies, private developers, and more.

Our mission is to deliver high-quality, custom bridge solutions that exceed expectations while ensuring precision, safety, and durability. When you join Bridge Brothers, you’re not just joining a company—you’re helping build infrastructure that connects communities and stands the test of time.

Position Summary

Bridge Brothers is seeking a Quality Control Inspector – Structural Steel Fabrication to perform detailed inspections across multiple stages of our structural steel fabrication process, including layouts, assemblies, welds, painting, decking, and installations.

This role is responsible for ensuring dimensional accuracy, workmanship quality, and compliance with engineering drawings and applicable standards. The QC Inspector will document results, communicate directly with department leads, and help identify and resolve quality issues quickly to keep production on schedule.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in structural steel fabrication, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to uphold high-quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality control inspections on layouts, assemblies, welds, painting, decking, and installations
   

• Verify all work complies with AISC and AWS standards and approved engineering drawings
   

• Ensure teams are working from the most current drawings, specifications, and revisions
   

• Take photo documentation and store records electronically in designated project folders
   

• Identify, document, and report defects, missing components, or deviations from drawings
   

• Work closely with department leads to resolve issues while maintaining production schedules
   

• Support and reinforce a culture of safety, quality, and accountability throughout the shop and yard
   

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
   

• 5+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication, including fabrication, decking, welding, painting, or processing
   

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, shop drawings, and welding symbols
   

• Prior experience in quality control or inspection within a steel fabrication environment preferred
   

• Forklift experience required
   

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to consistently identify defects or nonconformance
   

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
   

Certifications (Preferred, Not Required):

• AWS CWI or prior formal inspection certification
   

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment
   

• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, crouching, and lifting up to 50 lbs
   

• Ability to work safely in both shop and field environments
   

• PPE required and provided
   

Role Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. EST (some weekends as needed)
   

• Overtime: Available as required
   

• Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
   

• Benefits: Eligible after 60 days (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays)
   

Apply Today

If you are detail-oriented, experienced in structural steel fabrication, and passionate about maintaining high standards, we want to hear from you.

Join Bridge Brothers as a Quality Control Inspector – Structural Steel Fabrication and help ensure every bridge we build exceeds expectations.