Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Location: Artesia, New Mexico

Primary Responsibilities: Serve as Owner's QA representative for piping fabrication, installation, and welding activities, with the guidance provided by NRC Inspections and the Project. Review/approve and field surveillance of contractor welding to verify compliance with approved WPSs, PQRs, and welder with NRC's onsite third-party inspections contractor (currently IRIS) for inspections activities Perform field surveillance of contractor welding to verify compliance with approved WPSs, PQRs, and welder visual inspection of welds to confirm workmanship meets applicable acceptance criteria. Verify correct use of materials, consumables, preheat/interpass temperatures, fit-up, joint preparation, and welding practices. Review welding and inspection documentation, including weld maps, inspection records, and turnover packages. Monitor and coordinate NDE/NDT activities and review associated reports and results. Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, and applicable industry codes. Identify nonconformances, document deficiencies, and support corrective action with project and contractor teams. Participate in surveillance activities, walkdowns, punch lists, and mechanical completion/turnover. Maintain accurate inspection and surveillance records. Communicate quality issues, trends, and risks to Owner QA/QC and project leadership. Maintain an independent Owner QA perspective while collaborating effectively with contractors and field personnel.

Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI): field experience inspecting industrial/process piping welding. Experience on refinery, petrochemical, chemical, or similar heavy industrial capital projects. Strong knowledge of welding and piping codes, particularly ASME B31.3 and ASME Section IX.Experience reviewing WPS/PQRs, welder qualifications, weld maps, NDE reports, and quality records. Ability to interpret piping drawings, isometrics, specifications, and quality requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in an active refinery/construction field environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience as an Owner's QA/QC turnaround, brownfield, or major capital project experience. Familiarity with API standards and refinery piping inspection practices. Additional NDE certifications or inspection credentials.