Welding Inspector

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking a Welding Inspector to join the Construction Services team! This position is responsible for inspecting and verifying welding operations associated with process piping, structural steel, pressure piping systems, storage tanks, and other critical infrastructure components. The Welding Inspector will ensure all welding activities comply with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations while supporting successful project delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Perform visual inspections of welding activities for structural steel, process piping, tanks, and related infrastructure at water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Verify compliance with approved welding procedures, welder qualifications, project specifications, and applicable AWS, ASME, and AWWA standards.
• Review welding documentation, material certifications, and quality control records.
• Coordinate and witness non-destructive testing (NDT) activities and document inspection results.
• Identify and report non-conforming work and track corrective actions through resolution.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project records.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, project managers, and owners to support quality assurance and project success.
• Promote and monitor compliance with site safety and environmental requirements.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of welding inspection experience on heavy civil, industrial, utility, or water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including ASME, API, and AWS.
• Experience inspecting carbon steel, stainless steel, and structural steel welding applications.
• Proficient in documenting inspection findings and preparing field reports.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes and inspection documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, isometrics, and specifications.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $32/hr - $48/hr. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

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Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.


Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.


We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.


We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.


EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.