AWS Certified Welding Inspector, Austin, TX

Currently looking for an American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector to fill a first shift direct hire opening with a global company in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities of the AWS Certified Welding Inspector

• Be responsible for welding inspection pertaining to the semiconductor industry including gas panel applications.
• Apply your CWI Certification from the AWS to ensure the quality of welding operations, procedures and completed welds in compliance with designated welding symbols.
• Conduct visual inspections of welds to check for defects, irregularities, and compliance with specifications
• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to assess the integrity of welds without causing damage.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, ensuring traceability and quality control
• This is a first shift position.

Requirements of the AWS Certified Welding Inspector

• High School Diploma
• At least one year of experience welding inspection experience preferably pertaining to the semiconductor industry if a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline has been completed in conjunction with AWS CWI Certification
• Otherwise, at least three years of experience in welding or welding inspection in conjunction with AWS CWI Certification
• A willingness to travel to Malaysia for a 6-month project pertaining to a cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing project and then return permanently to Austin, TX after the 6 months has been completed as this position will be permanently located in Austin
• Fluent English speaking, reading and writing is required
• Sponsorship may be available and includes a very generous travel package to Malaysia for the 6-month timeframe

Compensation of the AWS Certified Welding Inspector

The targeted hourly base salary for this first shift position ranges from $28.00 to $45.00 per hour US depending on experience.