Position Title: Certified Welding InspectorLocation: Houston, TX - Subject to ChangeCompensation: |$50/hr.+ (DOE) | Per Diem: $4,515 | Hourly W2 Full Time | OT after 40 hours | Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental |
Position OverviewThe
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) role is a key position within Halo Technical Solutions Global's quality and commissioning team, responsible for verifying welding activities meet project specifications, approved procedures, applicable codes, and quality requirements on large-scale industrial construction projects. This role performs inspections before, during, and after welding, verifies welder qualifications and supporting documentation, and coordinates required NDE/NDT activities. Operating in fast-paced environments such as data centers, manufacturing facilities, and other mission-critical infrastructure, this position also supports weld documentation, deficiency resolution, contractor coordination, and proactive quality oversight to help prevent rework and schedule impacts.
Key Responsibilities- Verify welding activities comply with project specifications, drawings, approved procedures, and applicable codes
- Review and verify welder qualifications, WPS/PQR documentation, materials, and fit-up requirements
- Perform inspections before, during, and after welding activities
- Identify and document weld deficiencies, nonconformances, and required corrective actions
- Verify weld repairs are completed in accordance with approved procedures and project requirements
- Coordinate and support required NDE/NDT inspections and testing activities
- Maintain accurate weld inspection records, reports, certifications, and supporting documentation
- Review drawings, specifications, welding procedures, and applicable engineering documentation
- Coordinate with field supervision, QA/QC teams, contractors, and trade partners to resolve welding and quality issues
- Proactively identify quality concerns that may result in rework, schedule impacts, or noncompliance
- Support project quality meetings, inspections, audits, and turnover documentation as required
- Ensure welding work is completed, documented, and accepted in accordance with project quality requirements
Required Experience & Qualifications- 3-5 years of welding inspection, welding quality, or related construction inspection experience
- Background in welding and fabrication within industrial, commercial, manufacturing, or large-scale construction environments
- Working knowledge of welding processes, joint preparation, fit-up, materials, and weld acceptance criteria
- OSHA 10 (Construction) prior to site arrival
- NFPA 70E certification required (must be current)
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification through the American Heart Association or must be willing to obtain within 30 days of arrival onsite
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, welding symbols, WPS/PQRs, and project documentation
- Familiarity with applicable AWS, ASME, and project-specific welding codes and standards
- Understanding of NDE/NDT methods and coordination requirements
- Strong documentation, communication, and technical problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
- Willing to relocate
Preferred Qualifications (Optional)- Experience on data center, manufacturing, mission-critical, industrial, or other large-scale construction projects
- Additional NDE/NDT certifications such as VT, PT, MT, UT, or RT
- Experience managing weld logs, inspection reports, NCRs, and turnover documentation
- Familiarity with QA/QC platforms such as ACC, CxAlloy, Procore, or similar systems
- Experience coordinating with contractors, field supervision, engineering, and commissioning teams
- Experience supporting welding QA/QC execution in fast-paced construction environments
Physical Requirements & Work Environment- Active construction environment with indoor and outdoor work in varying temperatures
- Extended periods of walking and standing
- Frequent climbing of ladders and scaffolds and use of aerial lifts/MEWPs following required training
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in confined or elevated spaces
- Availability for extended shifts, nights, and weekends
