Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Responsibilities

ECS is hiring a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to our North Carolina operations. ECS is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm supporting construction and facilities projects through special inspections, materials testing, geotechnical, environmental, and facilities engineering. This CWI role puts you on active job sites inspecting the connections that hold structures and systems together.

Responsibilities:

• Perform field observations and inspections of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded and bolted connections.
• Conduct AWS CWI welding inspections on projects across commercial, industrial, and residential construction.
• Inspect piping systems and pressure vessels where applicable.
• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) as assigned, and calibrate, maintain, and document NDT equipment use, as needed.
• Obtain samples for testing (as needed) and document findings clearly using accepted inspection and engineering practices.
• Maintain complete daily documentation including field notes, inspection reports, photos, and test logs.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and clients to support scheduling, scope alignment, and issue resolution.
• Follow ECS safety requirements and site-specific safety plans.

Qualifications

Qualifications (Required)

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience inspecting welds and structural connections on facilities and building systems.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, or ability and readiness to obtain it within an agreed timeline.
• At least 2 additional relevant certification (or readiness to obtain) from recognized authorities such as NRC, ICC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities may be considered at ECS discretion).
• Ability to carry 40-70 lbs multiple times per day and occasionally lift up to 85 lbs to waist height.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Ability to provide reliable transportation for travel to job sites. Mileage is reimbursed.
• Ability to work outdoors and on active construction sites in varying conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional NDT experience and certifications (example areas: UT, MT, PT, RT, VT).
• Experience working for an engineering consulting firm, inspection agency, or third-party special inspection provider.
• Familiarity with documentation requirements for special inspections, quality programs, and construction inspection reporting.

Why ECS

• Employee-owned (ESOP): you share in the results you help create.
• Low bureaucracy: faster decisions and more direct access to leadership.
• Diverse projects: Private, Public, Federal, Municipal
• Growth runway: leadership development and advancement paths for strong performers.

Military Qualifications:

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-5

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit:

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.