LEAD WELDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST – 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee contractor and/or internal certified welding inspectors (CWI) who perform visual testing (VT), magnetic particle inspection (MPI), or liquid penetrant testing (PT)
• Coordinate volumetric inspections with the Starbase Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) team
• Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document
• Properly interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements
• Use a computer to compile and submit data on acceptance or rejection of weld quality, as well as for inter-office communications
• Pay attention to detail and be capable of recommending and approving repairs, as well as performing a visual inspection of completed work
• Select or develop welding procedure specifications (WPS) and complete welder qualification records
• Apply industry standards or internal requirements to inspections, as directed and based on site needs
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• 3+ years of experience in weld inspection
• 5+ years of experience in structural or pipe fabrication and welding
• Experience working with nondestructive examination (NDE) methodologies and ultrasonic testing (UT) inspections

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) level II certifications in magnetic particle inspection (MT)/ultrasonic testing (UT)/visual welding inspection (VT)
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards, including the American Welding Society (AWS) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards
• 1 endorsement preferred
• 5+ years of experience with oxy-acetylene, fitting, arc gouging, and electronic welding equipment
• General mechanical skills in concrete, machining, and alignment/setting
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements
• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Use of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Familiarity with various aerospace materials, such as aluminum (6061 and 2219), various grades of stainless steel, Inconel, Monel, etc.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work 2nd shift hours: 10:00 am-12:00 pm Monday - Friday, including overtime and weekends, depending on site operational needs
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
• Ability to work on ladders/lifts at elevated heights with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) (up to 300 feet)
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, and lifting (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)