Visual Inspector - AWS​/CWI

Acuren is seeking an AWS/CWI for operations in the Birmingham, AL area. This will be a callout/travel position.

Successful candidates must be able to travel up to 90% throughout Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas. Environments include Corn/Agricultural, Petro-Chem, Chemical, Pulp & Paper, Gas Plants, Refineries, Pipelines and Pharmaceuticals.

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified applicants.

• At the direction of client, perform visual and non-destructive examination of static and dynamic pressure retaining equipment in accordance with Certified Welding Inspector standards and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
• Submit technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition.
• Provide client with technical recommendations for repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment as required for safe operation within stated parameters for durations specified by client.
• Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues.
• Provide technical guidance on application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures.
• Fully comply with all Acuren and client safe work practices and actively participate in all site safety initiatives.
• Willingness to travel if needed.

• Certification as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• 5–10 years’ experience or 2+ years on‑site experience.
• Additional API certification is a plus.
• In-depth working knowledge of CWI and ASME standards.
• Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers.

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a higher level of reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments. Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders.

Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident‑free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.