Quality Inspector - Welding - GO

We are seeking a detail-oriented Welding Inspector to ensure the quality, compliance, and integrity of welded components and assemblies. The position is on site five days a week, 4‑8 hours a day, and is a 3‑6 month contract.

• Perform visual inspection (VT) of structural welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria.
• Evaluate weld workmanship and surface condition.
• Identify and document weld discontinuities (cracks, undercut, porosity, overlap, incomplete fusion indications, arc strikes, excessive reinforcement, crater defects).
• Verify weld profiles, weld size, and contour requirements.
• Inspect fillet welds, groove welds, CJP and PJP welds.
• Review and verify approved WPS documentation, welder qualifications and continuity records, welding processes and consumables compliance, fabrication drawings and weld symbols, and ensure inspection requirements are properly flowed down.
• Perform pre-weld, in-process, and final inspections; verify fit-up, joint preparation, alignment and cleanliness; monitor workmanship during fabrication and verify repairs and rework match acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate with NDE personnel when required.
• Generate inspection reports and nonconformance documentation; document weld findings accurately; provide objective disposition recommendations; support corrective action and root‑cause investigations; maintain inspection records and traceability documentation.
• Perform source inspections at supplier facilities when required; support supplier quality evaluations and audits; communicate technical concerns professionally; assist in process improvement and workmanship standardization activities.

• Education and experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Technical training in welding inspection preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of structural welding inspection experience preferred.
  • Experience inspecting structural steel fabrication and welded assemblies.
• Technical knowledge
  • AWS D1.1 requirements.
  • AWS B1.11 visual inspection practices.
  • Weld symbols and fabrication drawings.
  • FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, GTAW (preferred) welding processes.
  • Structural steel fabrication practices.
  • Weld gauges and inspection tools.
  • Weld discontinuities and workmanship evaluation.

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• VT Level II certification.
• NDE certifications (MT/PT preferred).
• OSHA safety training.
• Structural steel fabrication experience.

This position requires access to ITAR‑controlled technical data and/or defense articles. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.

SQA Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other legally protected status.