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Overview

Thompson Engineering is a leader in delivering high-quality infrastructure and construction projects across the South. They are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Inspector to perform inspections and tests on construction materials and activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform field and/or laboratory inspections of construction materials and activities such as reinforced concrete, structural masonry, welding, soils, fireproofing, and structural steel.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and observations.
  • Interpret project plans, specifications, and codes to ensure compliance.
  • Communicate with project managers, contractors, and engineers to report findings and resolve issues.
  • Maintain certifications and continuing education as required.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates or Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in construction inspection or materials testing.
  • Current certifications in one or more of the following: ICC Special Inspection, ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I, AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), NICET certification in construction or geotechnical inspection (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of IBC, ASTM, ACI, AWS, and other applicable codes and standards.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work independently in a field environment and maintain professionalism with clients and coworkers.

Additional Information

  • Must be willing to work flexible schedules and overtime as needed.
  • Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs.
  • Willing to travel to support projects when needed.
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How this job compares in Dallas, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Dallas, TX currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $27–$39/hr across 47 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Dallas, TX

We're tracking 121 other active welding openings in Dallas, TX right now, from 79 different employers. 54 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,395 other active welding openings from 683 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Dallas, or widen the search to Texas.

Thompson Engineering currently has 2 other openings live in Texas, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Austin, TX (26), Zachry Group (25), and Austin Industries (25). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Burleson at $40/hr, La Porte at $38/hr, and Midlothian at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

Certifications this posting mentions

  • CWI — the AWS Certified Welding Inspector credential. It is an inspection qualification rather than a welding one, requiring documented experience plus a three-part exam, and it is the usual route off the torch into QC.

Read straight from this posting's text. Confirm the exact qualification the employer wants before you test — requirements vary by shop even under the same code.

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