Welding Inspector

3 weeks ago


Corpus Christi, Texas, United States SGS Full time

We are SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. As a global benchmark for quality and integrity, we operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

The Inspector will be assigned to a variety of industrial projects related to vendor/shop inspections or vendor surveillance, including QAQC inspections during the fabrication of various equipment and machines.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Visual/physical inspection of industrial equipment and materials
  • Witness of testing and review of QA/QC documentation, including MTRs
  • Issuing reports of findings within a specific time limit

Candidates must be qualified and certified to meet applicable Industrial Standards and codes. A minimum of 3 years' experience in fabrication inspection of fixed and/or rotating machinery and equipment is required.

Candidates will be familiar with the welding process and type of equipment being used on the project, including GTAW, FCAW, GMAW, PAW, SMAW, and SAW. Experience with mechanical testing of welds, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs), Procedure Qualification Reports (PQRs), and Welder Performance Qualifications in accordance with ASME Section V and Section IX is also necessary.

Candidates must be certified as an American Welding Society CWI, CSA W178.2 (Level 2 or 3), CSWIP 3.1 certified welding inspector, or Company approved equivalent. Proficiency in interpretation of fabrication drawings and excellent understanding of welding, weld symbols, and weld inspection per AWS D1 is required.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.