Senior Certified Welder and High Strength Bolting Inspector

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We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Senior Welding & Structural Inspection Specialist to support a wide range of construction, fabrication, and industrial projects. This position requires an accomplished professional with extensive experience in welding inspection, structural steel inspection, and fireproofing inspection services.

The successful candidate will possess a strong background in quality assurance, code compliance, and field inspection activities, ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with applicable industry standards and project specifications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform welding inspections in fabrication shops and field construction environments.
• Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
• Conduct high-strength bolting inspections in accordance with applicable codes and project requirements.
• Perform inspection of spray-applied fire-resistive materials (SFRM).
• Verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders to resolve quality issues and ensure successful project execution.

Here's what you'll need

• Minimum 20 years of progressively responsible experience in welding, fabrication, construction, inspection, and quality assurance.
• Extensive experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and erection projects.
• Strong knowledge of welding procedures, welder qualifications, and quality control processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, specifications, and inspection reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical guidance to project teams.

Required Certifications

Applicants must possess current certification(s) and demonstrated experience as:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• High-Strength Bolting Inspector
• Spray-Applied Fireproofing Inspector

Welding Process Experience

Candidates must demonstrate substantial experience with the following welding processes:

• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
• Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
• Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)

Required Codes and Standards Experience

Applicants must have hands-on inspection experience and working knowledge of the following codes and standards:

AWS Codes

• AWS D1.1 – Structural Welding Code – Steel
• AWS D1.2 – Structural Welding Code – Aluminum
• AWS D1.3 – Structural Welding Code – Sheet Steel
• AWS D1.4 – Structural Welding Code – Reinforcing Steel
• AWS D1.5 – Bridge Welding Code
• AWS D1.6 – Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel
• AWS D1.7 – Guide for Evaluating the Strength of Existing Welded Structures
• AWS D1.8 – Structural Welding Code – Seismic Supplement

ASME Codes

• ASME Section IX
• ASME B31.1 – Power Piping
• ASME B31.3 – Process Piping

Additional Industry Standards

• API 1104
• AWWA Standards
• AISC Standards and Specifications

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

113,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

176,600.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $113,000.00 to $176,600.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on June 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Locations

City State Country
Irvine	California	United States