Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. What we do is more than building roads, we work every day to make the world better for everyone. If you want to join a company invested in you, your success and the global community, join us as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) in Houston, TX.

We are looking for a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join our team and work alongside our technical experts to provide contributions to the development of new techniques and standards. In this role, you will perform visual and dimensional inspections of welded joints and structural steel components. We will rely on you to ensure that all welding activities are performed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and specifications and verify that all welding equipment is calibrated and maintained in good working condition. Grow your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, flourish, and succeed.

• At least 5 years’ experience in structural steel fabrication or manufacturing environment
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or High School Diploma and a minimum of 5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of welding processes, welding equipment, and welding safety practices
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ideally, you’ll also have\: 

• Experience performing QA/QC of bridge structural steel fabrication
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) certifications (e.g.\: UT, MT, PT)
• Coating Inspection experience but not required (NACE, SSPC or AMPP)

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Essential Functions\: 
Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of density gauge, supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. No foot controls necessary. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights, days, nights or weekends.

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.