QC Welding Inspector

Main Responsibilities:

• Inspect and evaluate welding operations and procedures for compliance with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
  
• Perform visual inspections of welded joints to ensure quality and integrity.
  
• Review welding procedures and ensure adherence to required specifications and codes.
  
• Conduct non-destructive testing (NDT) such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), magnetic particle inspection (MPI), and dye penetrant inspection (DPI).
  
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports and documentation of welding inspections.
  
• Collaborate with the welding team and management to resolve quality issues and improve welding practices.
  
• Monitor and control welding parameters such as heat input, welding speed, and material specifications.
  
• Ensure welding operations comply with client specifications, contract requirements, and safety standards.
  
• Assist in the selection of welding methods and materials to optimize the quality of welds.
  

Essential Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; formal education or certification in Welding Technology, Quality Control, or a related field is preferred.
  
• Certification as a Welding Inspector (e.g., AWS CWI, CSWIP, or equivalent).
  
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in welding inspection, preferably in the oil & gas, construction, or manufacturing industry.
  

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, codes, and standards (e.g., ASME, AWS, API).
  
• Expertise in various NDT methods such as UT, RT, MPI, and DPI.
  
• Familiarity with welding procedures and the ability to verify compliance with specifications.
  
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills to identify and troubleshoot welding defects.
  
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
  
• Good communication skills for interacting with the welding team, management, and clients.
  
• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate inspection records and reports.
  
• Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to ensure compliance with safety standards during welding operations.