QC Inspector-Structual
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Posted on August 25, 2026
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Posted on August 25, 2026
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Ensure that all HPSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met. Perform inspections (may include NDE) and witness tests as required by Hanwha Philly Shipyard procedures and specifications. Prepare reports and quality records in compliance with Hanwha Philly Shipyard procedures. Coordinate areas of QC work with other departments as required, i.e. start-up, engineering, outfitting, etc. Finalize with class on remedies to fix any issues. Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and working functionality per Hanwha Philly Shipyard requirements. Perform incoming inspections on material for work in conjunction with material control staff as required. Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization both verbally and written Adaptability and organizational skills and understanding Integrity Stress Management Willingness and ability to work as a team member
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education And Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent Minimum 2 years’ related experience in discipline or 5 years’ professional welding experience AWS CWI Certification or equivalent preferred Knowledge of shipbuilding a plus Knowledge of ABS and DNV rules a plus Knowledge of NDE Testing processes (ASNT Certification preferred) Knowledge of testing/inspection equipment Ability to read and interpret blueprints a must Ability to communicate with Production team, Owner, & Class Society representatives Basic computer skills required Knowledge of Microsoft a plus (i.e. Excel, Word, etc.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include confined spaces, working from heights, noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.
This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Philadelphia, PA currently run a median of $32/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $30–$35/hr across 14 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.
We're tracking 45 other active welding openings in Philadelphia, PA right now, from 30 different employers. 16 of them were added in the last week. Across Pennsylvania as a whole we're tracking 315 other active welding openings from 206 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Philadelphia, or widen the search to Pennsylvania.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard currently has 7 other openings live in Pennsylvania, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.
The most active employers in Pennsylvania at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (15), Aerotek (11), and Department of the Navy - Agency Wide (8). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.
Within Pennsylvania, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Philadelphia at $32/hr, York at $27/hr, and Lancaster at $25/hr. Philadelphia is among them.
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