Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector performs field inspections of welding, structural steel, and piping installations within a power generation facility to ensure that all construction and fabrication activities comply with applicable codes, standards, project specifications, and client quality requirements. This role works closely with construction teams, contractors, and project leadership to identify non-conformances, document findings, and support timely resolution to maintain overall project quality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds, structural steel, and piping systems to verify compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

• Verify that welding activities meet applicable codes such as AWS, ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel and B31 Codes, and relevant API standards.

• Inspect structural steel installations, including alignment, bolting, and connections, to ensure proper fit, integrity, and conformance with design requirements.

• Perform inspections of piping systems, including fit-up, welds, hydrostatic testing, and installation, to confirm they meet project and code requirements.

• Identify and document non-conformance issues, deficiencies, and deviations from specifications, and communicate these findings to appropriate stakeholders.

• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports, logs, and turnover documentation to provide clear records of inspection activities and outcomes.

• Review and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, blueprints, and technical specifications to plan and execute inspection activities accurately.

• Witness and document required tests, such as non-destructive examinations (NDE), pressure testing, and material verification, ensuring that results are properly recorded.

• Coordinate with contractors and site teams to ensure that corrective actions are implemented effectively and in a timely manner.

• Monitor contractor quality performance and ensure adherence to project quality plans, procedures, and standards.

• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality meetings as required to support continuous improvement of quality processes and project execution.

• Communicate inspection findings clearly and professionally to construction teams, contractors, and project leadership to support informed decision-making.

Essential Skills

• 3-7+ years of QA/QC or inspection experience in industrial construction, power generation, or oil and gas environments.

• Strong experience with welding inspection, including visual and dimensional assessment of weld quality and compliance.

• Strong experience with structural steel inspection, including alignment, bolting, and connection verification.

• Strong experience with piping systems inspection, including fit-up, welds, hydrostatic testing, and installation checks.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, isometric drawings, P&IDs, blueprints, and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including AWS (American Welding Society) standards.

• Knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel and B31 Codes and their application to welding and piping systems.

• Knowledge of relevant API standards as applicable to the project scope.

• Experience in construction inspection within power generation or similar industrial facilities.

• Ability to prepare clear, detailed documentation and reporting, including inspection reports, logs, and turnover packages.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with construction teams, contractors, and project leadership.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify non-conformances and deficiencies in construction and fabrication work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.

• Non-destructive testing (NDT) certifications such as UT, MT, PT, or VT are a plus.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is highly beneficial.

• Experience in power generation environments and familiarity with industrial conditions.

• Ability to participate effectively in audits, inspections, and quality meetings.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple inspection tasks and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse site teams and contractors to drive quality outcomes.

Work Environment

This role is primarily field-based within a power generation facility or construction site and involves frequent on-site inspections in active industrial areas. The position may require working at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying industrial conditions, including exposure to noise, heat, and outdoor weather. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times while on site, and adherence to site safety practices and procedures is mandatory. The role may require overtime and travel based on project needs, and work hours can vary depending on construction schedules and critical project milestones.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $125000.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.

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