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CWI/ Certified Welding Inspector

Acuren
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
CWI/ Certified Welding Inspector
Job Locations US-CA-Torrance
ID 2026-17769
Category Visual Inspection Position Type Regular Full-Time Work Schedule Status On-Site
Position Summary

Acuren is seeking certified AWS/CWI professionals to support our operations based in Torrance, California. This position requires an immediate start. We are looking for motivated, results-driven individuals who can quickly integrate into ongoing projects and support travel-based assignments throughout Torrance, CA, San Diego, CA, and Los Angeles, CA.

The CWI will establish inspection procedures, oversee quality systems, and ensure compliance with corporate and client requirements across multiple projects. AWS/CWI inspectors provide expert consultation, perform audits, mentor inspection personnel, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This level reflects the highest technical and leadership proficiency, emphasizing strategic quality assurance and technical integrity within inspection operations.

Responsibilities
    At the direction of client, perform visual and non-destructive examination of static and dynamic pressure retaining equipment in accordance with American Petroleum Institute (API) standards and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
  • Submit to client technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition
  • Provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment, as required for safe operation within stated operating parameters for durations specified by client
  • Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues
  • Provide technical guidance, on a application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures
  • Fully comply with all Acuren and client safe work practices and actively participate in all site safety initiatives
  • Willingness to travel if needed
Requirements
  • CWI certified
  • 6 years' experience or 4 years on site experience
  • Additional API 510/570/653 a plus
  • In-depth working knowledge of API 510/570 and ASME standards
  • Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers
  • Local to Torrance, California, San Diego, CA, and Los Angeles, CA.
  • Able to travel 50%
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Pay Transparency: As per applicable state law the job posting pay range is $39.56-$65.93 an hour depending on experience and applicable certifications
Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

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