AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Twining Inc. · Sacramento, United States

Twining Consulting, an innovative engineering, inspection, and consulting company, is seeking an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for its operations in Sacramento, the Bay Area, and surrounding regions. This position will involve structural steel inspection, welding inspection, nondestructive testing oversight, and client coordination on commercial, industrial, transportation, and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural steel and welding inspections in accordance with project specifications, AWS codes, building codes, and applicable standards
• Review fabrication and erection activities to verify compliance with approved drawings, welding procedures, and contract requirements
• Inspect weld preparation, fit-up, welding operations, and completed welds
• Document inspection findings and prepare clear, accurate, and timely daily reports
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming work to appropriate project personnel
• Coordinate with contractors, fabricators, owners, engineers, and Project Managers regarding inspection activities and project requirements
• Review welder qualifications, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and related quality control documentation
• Witness and document high-strength bolting inspections and structural steel erection activities when required
• Perform or oversee nondestructive testing activities and verify compliance with applicable standards
• Provide technical support to project teams and assist with resolving field issues
• Maintain certifications, technical proficiency, and compliance with company quality procedures
• Represent Twining Consulting professionally while maintaining strong client relationships

Requirements:

• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel and applicable building code requirements
• Experience reviewing welding procedures, welder qualifications, and fabrication quality records
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, structural details, specifications, and welding symbols
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
• Minimum of 3 years of structural steel and welding inspection experience preferred
• ASNT Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Certification preferred
• ASNT Level II Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Certification preferred
• ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector Certification preferred
• ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector Certification preferred
• Experience with bridge, transportation, industrial, or heavy civil infrastructure projects preferred
• Additional NDT certifications, including PT or RT, highly desirable

Twining Consulting offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) Plan. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience, certifications, and qualifications.

EOE Statement

Twining Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affinitve Action Participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.