SGS

Overview

SGS is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, currently seeking Welding Inspectors in multiple locations throughout the USA. The work is on an as-needed basis, requiring inspectors to ensure compliance with codes and standards through visual inspections and non-destructive testing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure welds and welding processes comply with codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements.
• Perform visual inspections and witness & verify non-destructive tests and their reports.
• Monitor welding parameters and inspect materials and equipment.
• Review quality documents including WPS / PQR and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions.
• Verify that welders are qualified and that welding procedures and specifications are followed correctly.
• Ensure all welding activities adhere to relevant industry codes and contractual requirements.
• Perform pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld inspections to identify defects.
• Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation.
• Witness non-destructive testing and interpret/verify results.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results and any issues found.

Requirements

• Must have at least one of the following: AWS / CWI / CSWIP/API.
• Minimum of five years industrial welding-related inspection experience.
• Two years of experience should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience, mainly in Oil and Gas.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of welding inspections.
• Welding inspection experience at manufacturer shops/facilities is required.
• Experience with Pipeline, Equipment such as Pressure vessels, Heat exchangers, Pumps is an asset.

Additional Information

• Work schedule is Monday to Friday – 8 to 10 hours/day.
• Hourly rate is $40 to $45/hr plus $0.70/km.
• Per diem may be considered if the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector's residence.