AWS Certified Weld Inspector

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – Supplier Quality

Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Work Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week
Work Environment: Onsite
Travel: Up to 30%

Position Overview

GableTek is seeking an experienced AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to serve as the technical lead for welding, fabrication, and supplier quality .

This position will be responsible for evaluating suppliers, conducting audits and inspections, reviewing welding documentation, and ensuring fabricated components meet applicable AWS, ASME, ISO, and project quality requirements .

The position is based onsite in Salt Lake City, Utah , with preference given to local candidates. Travel of up to 30% will be required for supplier inspections and audits, typically consisting of 2–3-day trips to locations including Michigan, Colorado Springs, and other supplier facilities.

Flexible Schedule

This is a 40-hour-per-week position with flexibility in start time. Typical schedules may include:

• 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for fabrication and welding supplier quality across the supplier base.
• Lead supplier technical evaluations to verify compliance with AWS, ASME, ISO 9001, and project-specific requirements .
• Conduct supplier audits and onsite assessments of manufacturing processes, welding operations, quality systems, and fabrication capabilities.
• Review and approve critical supplier documentation, including:
  • Engineering and fabrication drawings
  • Material Test Reports (MTRs)
  • Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
  • Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
  • Welder Performance Qualification Records (WPQR)
  • Production Part Approval Process documentation (PPAP)
  • Weld maps
  • NDT inspection reports
• Verify material identification and traceability , dimensional accuracy, and compliance with applicable specifications.
• Review and verify Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) requirements and inspection results.
• Perform receiving inspections on structural steel and fabricated components.
• Identify welding or fabrication nonconformances and work with suppliers to develop appropriate corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to supplier quality, welding processes, and fabrication standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection, audit, and supplier quality documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Strong knowledge of applicable welding codes and standards, including:
  • AWS D1.1
  • AWS D1.2
  • AWS D1.3
  • AWS D1.6
  • AWS B2.1
  • ASME Section IX
• Strong working knowledge of welding processes, including:
  • FCAW – Flux-Cored Arc Welding
  • GMAW – Gas Metal Arc Welding
  • GTAW – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
• Working knowledge of NDT methods, including:
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Radiographic Testing (RT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
  • Visual Testing (VT)
• Familiarity with ASNT SNT-TC-1A and applicable weld inspection/acceptance criteria.
• Experience reviewing welding procedures, qualifications, inspection reports, and material certifications.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% for supplier audits and inspections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor .
• Experience within industrial manufacturing, structural steel, or metal fabrication environments.
• Previous experience conducting onsite supplier audits and source inspections .
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies .