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Certified Welding Inspector

Big-D Companies
Port Arthur, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Big-D Heavy Industrial is looking for a Certified Welding Inspector to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity to continue your career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employ exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with AWS D1.1 standards and other relevant codes and specifications.
  • Perform visual and oversee non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to assess weld quality and integrity.
  • Review and interpret welding procedures, specifications, and blueprints.
  • Document inspection results, prepare detailed reports, and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborate with welding personnel to address and resolve quality issues.
  • Monitor welding processes and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Conduct audits and quality control checks throughout the welding process.
  • Provide training and guidance to welding staff on best practices and quality standards.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of quality control programs and procedures.
  • Stay updated with industry trends, standards, and advancements in welding technology.

Qualifications:

  • AWS D1.1 Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) certification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in welding inspection and quality control.
  • Proficiency in visual inspection and knowledge of NDT methods (e.g., ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant).
  • Strong understanding of welding processes, materials, and fabrication techniques.
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficient in using inspection tools and equipment.
  • Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Additional experience with structural steel and bolting, reinforced concrete.
  • Experience with other welding codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API).
  • Familiarity with Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft office.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
  • 401k with Match
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • Safety incentive

Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

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