Steel Welding Inspector - Bridges

Job Description Overview Atkinsrealis seeking an experienced Steel Welding Inspector Bridges to oversee and ensure the quality of structural steel fabrication welding erection and associated inspection activities for major bridge and infrastructure projects Your role Perform inspection and surveillance of structural steel fabrication and welding activities for bridges and associated infrastructure Inspect welded components including steel girders box girders plate girders cross girders diaphragms stiffeners connections and other structural steel elements Verify materials against approved drawings specifications material certificates and project requirements Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications WPS Procedure Qualification Records PQR and welder qualification records Ensure welding activities are performed by appropriately qualified and approved welders Conduct pre-welding in-process and post-welding inspections Verify joint preparation fit-up alignment root gaps bevel angles welding consumables preheating interpass temperatures and welding sequences Carry out detailed visual inspection of completed welds and identify defects or workmanship deficiencies Coordinate and witness Non-Destructive Testing NDT activities such as UT MT PT and RT as applicable Review NDT reports and ensure identified defects are properly repaired re-inspected and closed Monitor welding consumable storage handling drying and issuance in accordance with approved procedures Inspect structural steel fabrication dimensions and tolerances against approved shop drawings and project specifications Monitor site erection and field welding of bridge steel structures Ensure proper weld identification and traceability throughout fabrication and installation Review inspection reports material certificates welding records NDT reports repair records and quality dossiers Raise Non-Conformance Reports NCRs where workmanship or materials do not comply with project requirements Monitor corrective and preventive actions and ensure timely closure of quality observations and NCRs Coordinate with contractors fabrication yards QA QC teams consultants designers and project management teams Participate in inspections hold-point witness-point activities quality meetings and technical discussions Ensure all works comply with approved Inspection and Test Plans ITPs method statements drawings specifications and applicable welding codes Support final inspection punch-list clearance documentation and handover of completed bridge steelwork.

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgy, Civil/Structural Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 10 years of overall experience in steel fabrication, welding inspection, and quality control. Significant experience specifically involving bridges, highways, structural steel, or major transportation infrastructure projects. Strong experience with fabrication and erection of steel bridge structures and welded structural components. Recognized welding inspection certification such as CSWIP 3.1/3.2, AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or equivalent is highly preferred.

NDT certification/knowledge in UT, MT, PT and RT is advantageous. Strong understanding of welding processes such as SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and SAW. Good knowledge of applicable structural steel and welding requirements, including AWS, ASTM, ASME, ISO, EN, AASHTO, and relevant project specifications, as applicable. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, shop drawings, welding symbols, WPS/PQR documentation, material certificates, and NDT reports.

Strong understanding of welding defects, acceptance criteria, dimensional tolerances, repair procedures, and quality control requirements. Previous experience working in steel fabrication yards and bridge construction sites is highly desirable. Strong communication, reporting, documentation, and coordination skills. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering, construction, contractor, and QA/QC teams.