Structural Steel Fabrication Inspector; CWI

Structural Steel Fabrication Inspector (CWI)

SMEUSA

This is a full‑time position for a quality assurance inspector (QAI) to provide oversight for state and local agency Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). whose materials are produced at established structural steel fabrication facilities across the United States. Projects typically involve fabrication of bridge structural members and ancillary components in accordance with the American Welding Society (AWS) D1.5 Bridge Welding Code and Michigan DOT (MDOT) standards, as well as client specifications.

Occasionally, other opportunities outside the fabrication facility may include erection and detailing reviews in the field for new and existing buildings, DOT structures and bridges, industrial settings, and utility structures. This position requires approximately 70% travel.

The right candidate must have significant knowledge of AWS codes and DOT standards and demonstrable experience in a similar or related position. This person will replace a retiring team member and support existing team members. Existing experience will be supplemented with project‑specific transitional training by our established team members.

• Perform QAI services at fabrication facilities and provide oversight of the facility’s quality control (QC) throughout the United States on behalf of SME’s clients.
• Occasionally assist with additional specialty reviews for structural steel, nondestructive testing, coatings, laboratory, or other services as needed to support other projects or services groups within SME.

• A current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Significant working knowledge and experience with AWS D1.1 and D1.5, and DOT standards.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar or related position.
• Ability to review and interpret structural steel plans, working drawings, and technical specifications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A good safety and driving record.
• Approximately 70% travel.
• Preferred but not required: knowledge and/or certifications associated with nondestructive testing (UT, MT, PT), additional ASNT or AWS endorsements, structural bolting, coatings, and/or additional building code special inspections.

• Honestly and Integrity
• Respect
• Selfless Service
• Teamwork
• Practical Solutions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• SME covers the premium cost of medical insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Yearly profit sharing that goes directly into your 401(k).
• Yearly performance bonuses.
• Yearly wage evaluations.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Competitive Paid Time Off.
• Volunteer Time Off.

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