Weld Inspector
Aerotek
**Job Title: Weld Inspector**
**Job Description**
The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) performs inspections on welded products in a fabrication environment. The CWI utilizes magnification and stress equipment to ensure the products meet specifications and quality standards according to blueprints and knowledge of welding and metallurgy. Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications. The individual is also responsible for ensuring the weld machines are set up and operating correctly and the welding techniques of welders to guarantee the quality of the work.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform visual welding inspections of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies.
+ Ensure compliance with specified detail drawings, AWS, and AISC specifications.
+ Utilize magnification and stress equipment to verify product quality and specifications.
+ Ensure weld machines are set up and operating correctly.
+ Monitor and evaluate welding techniques to ensure quality standards are met.
**Essential Skills**
+ 3 – 5 years of experience in welding heavy steel assemblies, with some experience in an inspection role.
+ In-depth ability to read and understand shop drawings, especially weld symbols.
+ Basic knowledge of AWS and AISC national codes.
+ Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or other continuous improvement techniques.
+ Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Strong attention to detail.
+ Ability to work independently and follow directions.
+ Good oral and written communication skills.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ AWS certification.
+ Experience with inspection tools such as micrometres, calipers, and dimensional inspection equipment.
+ Knowledge of ultrasonic testing (UT) and non-destructive testing (NDT) inspection.
+ Experience with layout and dimensional checks.
**Why Work Here?**
We are committed to fostering a positive work environment that encourages continuous improvement and teamwork. Our company values progress through positive change and active contribution to team concepts. As an equal opportunity and drug-free employer, we pride ourselves on maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace.
**Work Environment**
This position operates in a heavy industrial manufacturing facility, including both the manufacturing floor/shop and general office areas. Occasional travel by automobile may be required. The incumbent will be subject to seasonal weather conditions and potential exposure to shop hazards. This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Permanent position based out of Haltom City, Texas.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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