Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - Structural Steel | $38-$50/hr

Location: Pennsylvania | Shop-Based
Pay: $38-$50 per hour, depending on experience
Employment: Permanent | Full-Time

Experienced CWI? Your Next Opportunity Could Be Here.

Are you an AWS Certified Welding Inspector with experience in structural steel or bridge fabrication?

We're working with an established and growing steel fabrication company in Pennsylvania that's looking for a skilled CWI / Senior Quality Inspector to join its shop-based quality team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on in a fabrication environment, working closely with welders and production teams, and making sure quality standards are met.

Already an experienced CWI looking for more responsibility? Or ready to step into a senior-level position? We'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspecting welds and fabricated steel components for structural and bridge projects.

• Ensuring welding activities meet AWS D1.1, D1.5, and applicable quality standards.

• Reviewing welding procedures, welder qualifications, and inspection documentation.

• Identifying welding defects and working with production teams to resolve quality issues.

• Maintaining material traceability and quality records.

• Supporting quality audits, NCRs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Working alongside fabrication teams to maintain high-quality standards.

• Helping guide and mentor less experienced inspectors.

What We're Looking For

• Current AWS CWI certification.

• Experience inspecting structural steel or bridge fabrication.

• Strong knowledge of welding inspection and AWS D1.1.

• Familiarity with AISC quality requirements.

• AWS D1.5 / bridge fabrication experience is a plus.

• NDT Level II qualifications or capability.

• Ability to read fabrication drawings and interpret welding specifications.

• Strong communication skills and a practical, hands-on approach to quality.

You don't need to have held a senior title to apply. If you're a confident CWI with solid fabrication experience and are ready for the next step, we'd be interested in speaking with you.

What's on Offer?

• $38-$50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Shop-based role in Pennsylvania.

• Opportunity to work on structural steel and bridge fabrication projects.

• Greater responsibility and involvement in quality decisions.

• The chance to influence fabrication quality and improve shop processes.

• Career development opportunities within a growing steel fabrication business.

Interested? Let's Talk.

Whether you're actively looking for a new opportunity or simply curious about what's available, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

Apply directly or send your resume to

Not sure you meet every preferred qualification? If you're an AWS CWI with structural steel fabrication experience, we'd still encourage you to get in touch.