Certified Welding Inspector

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Job Description

A leading engineering, testing, inspection, and certification firm is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to support commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and construction projects. This role is responsible for performing welding inspections, verifying compliance with project specifications and applicable codes, documenting findings, and working closely with contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout construction activities.

The ideal candidate will possess a current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification and experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and field welding operations.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Perform visual welding inspections on structural steel and related construction projects.
• Verify welding procedures, welder qualifications, and material compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Inspect shop fabrication and field welding activities.
• Review construction documents, welding procedures, and quality control documentation.
• Document inspection findings and prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and clients regarding inspection results and corrective actions.
• Monitor welding operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety requirements.
• Witness and document nondestructive testing (NDT) activities as required.
• Identify deficiencies and provide recommendations for corrective action.
• Maintain accurate project records and inspection documentation.
• Travel to construction sites, fabrication shops, and client facilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2+ years of welding inspection, structural steel inspection, fabrication, or related experience.
• Strong understanding of welding processes, welding procedures, and steel construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and maintaining project documentation.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work both independently and within a project team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Welding Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with structural steel inspections.
• Familiarity with AWS D1.1, AISC, IBC, and related industry standards.
• Additional certifications such as:
  • ICC Structural Steel & Bolting
  • ICC Structural Welding
  • NDT Certifications (MT, PT, UT)
  • NICET Certifications
• Prior experience working for a testing, inspection, engineering, or consulting firm.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based and may involve visits to active construction sites, fabrication facilities, industrial plants, and infrastructure projects. The role requires frequent walking, climbing ladders, accessing elevated work areas, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile construction and infrastructure projects while advancing their career within the inspection and special inspections industry.

Ideal Backgrounds

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• Structural Steel Inspector
• Welding Inspector
• Steel Fabrication Inspector
• Quality Control Inspector
• NDT Technician with CWI
• Structural Steel Quality Assurance Inspector
• Construction Inspector with AWS Certification

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $93.75/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.