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Welding Inspector - CSA Level 1 or AWS CAWI

Description

Reporting to the QA/QC Supervisor (CSA Level 2/AWS CWI), the welding inspector would be responsible for implementing and maintaining quality programs and welding inspection duties by adhering to standard quality operational policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review the welding procedure specification and inspection requirements prior to welding.
• Prior to and during welding, verify that the specified base metal(s) and welding filler metal(s) are used.
• Verify that the specified joint preparation and fit-up used prior to welding.
• Monitoring and inspect all work performed by tackers and welders and/or welding operators.
• Inspect and evaluate welds according to specified inspection procedures, standards, codes, and drawings.
• Record welding inspection results that were witnessed and prepare associated report.

Certification, Knowledge, and Experience Requirements

• CSA W178.2 Level 1 or AWS CAWI with at least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, repair, or operating facility that involves welding.
• Good knowledge of welding processes, layout and fitting, base metals, filler metals, heat treatment, weld testing, and fabrication planning is required.
• Good knowledge of the weldability of ASME P-No. 1 base metals (carbon steels) is required.
• Some knowledge the weldability of P-No. 3, 4, and 5A alloy steels and P-No. 8 stainless steels would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of welding inspection and related NDE methods (MT, PT, UT, and RT), including ASME Sec. V, are required.
• CSA and ASME Code experience is required, where multiple code endorsement certifications would be an advantage.