Certified Welding Inspector

Job Title: Certified Welding Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for a major construction initiative at a new campus in Lebanon, IN. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire position requiring full-time commitment, with potential for overtime. The inspector will be responsible for ensuring all structural steel welding activities comply with applicable codes, standards, and specifications, working closely with the onsite Quality Manager and construction teams to uphold safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections of structural steel welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 and project specifications.
• Verify welding procedures, welder qualifications, and material compliance.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Monitor joint preparation, fit-up, and welding techniques.
• Perform or coordinate non-destructive testing (NDT) as needed.
• Document inspection findings and prepare detailed reports.
• Communicate discrepancies and corrective actions to project stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and site-specific requirements.

Essential Skills

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of welding processes and inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and welding symbols.
• Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and other relevant codes.
• Current OSHA 10 certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with structural steel inspection in large-scale construction projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector certification will be considered in place of CWI-AWS.
• Knowledge of NDT methods and inspection tools.
• Current CCS Card (Coalition of Construction Safety) is advantageous.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions.

Work Environment

This position is based on a large-scale construction project for a new campus in Lebanon, IN. The role requires working full-time, 8-10 hour days, with potential for 40-50 hours per week, including weekends. Candidates must be local or within a commutable distance, as there is no relocation assistance, hotel, or per diem provided.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $35 - $45