Welding Inspector; CWI

Title:

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Compensation:
Up to $55/hour + Per Diem up to $180/day

A leading steel fabrication and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for a 6–12 month contract
, with the potential for long-term extension. This role will support structural steel and bridge-related projects across Virginia, ensuring all welding inspection, testing, and documentation is completed to the highest industry standards.

• Perform welding inspections in accordance with AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.5 standards
• Conduct and oversee inspection activities across structural steel, bridge, and heavy fabrication projects
• Perform UT Shear Wave (UTSW), PT, and MT inspections as required
• Review weld procedures, welder qualifications, drawings, specifications, and inspection plans
• Ensure all welds meet project specifications, code requirements, and quality standards
• Document inspection results, non-conformances, corrective actions, and daily reports
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, welders, fabricators, and quality teams
• Support QA/QC processes throughout fabrication, erection, and field welding activities
• Maintain compliance with AWS, project-specific, and client quality requirements

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Strong working knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.5
• Experience with UTSW, PT, and MT inspection methods
• Background in structural steel, bridge, heavy civil, or industrial fabrication projects
• Ability to read and interpret welding procedures, drawings, and project specifications
• Strong reporting, communication, and documentation skills
• Willingness to work on-site in Virginia for the duration of the contract
• Prior experience on DOT, bridge, or infrastructure projects is strongly preferred

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