AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) - Fabrication

Job Title

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Location

Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job Description

Hitachi Energy Crystal Springs is seeking an experienced AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our Quality team. A current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required for this position. Candidates who do not possess an active AWS CWI certification will not be considered. In this role, you will inspect welded components, verify compliance with welding codes and standards, document inspection results, and work closely with Production and Quality teams to ensure the highest levels of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Inspections: Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds on various projects, components, and structures.

Compliance: Verify that welding procedures and techniques meet specified codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API).

Documentation: Review weld maps, procedures, and related documentation; maintain detailed inspection reports and records for traceability and audit purposes.

NDT Coordination: Perform or coordinate Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) such as magnetic particle (MT), dye penetrant (PT), and ultrasonic (UT) testing.

Welder Support: Provide technical assistance and guidance to welders and production teams regarding welding procedures and quality issues.

Corrective Action: Identify, document, and track non-conformances (weld defects) and recommend corrective actions to resolve issues.

Safety Adherence: Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA) during inspections.

Required Qualifications

Certification: Current Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) credential through the American Welding Society (AWS) or equivalent (e.g., CSWIP).

Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in welding inspection, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or shipbuilding environments.

Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) and structural steel welding codes.

Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and WPS/PQR documents.

Equipment: Proficiency in using inspection tools such as weld gauges, micrometers, and calipers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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