QCQA TECHNICIAN - Austin Industrial - Sulphur, LA
Austin Industries
Inspect and ensure welding quality, safety, and compliance on industrial projects.
25 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Lake Charles, LA
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Aviation
Healthcare
Heavy Civil
Industrial Construction
Industrial Maintenance
Semiconductor & Wafer Fab
Specialty Paving
Sports / Public Assembly
Role
What you would be doing
hydro testing
nde inspection
daily inspection
code compliance
progress monitoring
weld mapping
- Reporting: Draft daily reports based on site observations, highlighting discrepancies or safety issues.
- Hydrostatic Testing: Witness the hydrostatic testing (hydro) of welded piping or vessels to ensure integrity and compliance.
- Code Compliance Inspections: Coordinate inspections to ensure that work aligns with client specifications and state laws.
- Plan, assign, and direct work to ensure successful project completion.
- NDE Inspections: Perform Non-Destructive Examinations (NDE) of welds, as necessary.
- Report non-compliance or other issues to the QA/QC Manager and Project Manager.
- Perform daily inspections at project sites, focusing on welding, structural, and civil work.
- Monitor the progress of construction and ensure all processes are compliant with standards.
- Map out welds to be performed and flag those for Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) when needed.
- Indirect Supervision of Welders: Oversee the work of welders in the Operations Department, ensuring they adhere to Austin Industrial’s policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Collaboration with Client QA Personnel: Collaborate effectively with client QA teams to address quality concerns and ensure quality assurance standards are met.
- Supervisory Tasks: Interview, hire, and train employees, as necessary.
- Fully inspect welds before and after the hydrostatic testing of welded piping or vessels.
- Evaluate employee performance, reward accomplishments, and address issues like complaints or non-performance.
What you bring
cwi
asnt levelii
quality control
8+ years
authorized us
civil inspection
- See the “Know Your Rights” poster available in English and Spanish.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Associate degree preferred, and five years related experience as an inspector and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight or more years’ experience with ASME B31.36 and ASME Sec VIII and NBIC AWS CWI. ASNT Level II in VT, MT and PT. Minimum of 8 years of Quality Control experience in the industrial industry. Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) ASNT (SNT-TC-1A) Level II in one or more method: PT, UTT (thickness readings), or RTI (film interpretation) preferred or equivalent education. Engineering degrees can substitute for some or all the CWI and ASNT certifications Civil, structural, mechanical, and minor electrical inspection experience needed. Auditing experience preferred. Read and interpret project drawings and specifications.
- Austin is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
- This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes, or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- applicants must be legally authorized to work in the us; austin industrial does not provide visa sponsorship.
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Company
Overview
1918 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1918 by Texas bridge-building pioneers George and Frank Austin.
Top 50 Contractor
U.S. Contractor Ranking
The company is ranked among the top 50 U.S. contractors, generating multi-billion-dollar annual revenues.
100% Employee-Owned
Employee Ownership
The company practices full employee ownership, fostering a unique company culture and stake in success.
- Grew from a family-run bridge builder into three specialized divisions—bridge & road, commercial, and industrial construction.
- Tackles complex infrastructure: highways, bridges, oil‑and‑gas facilities, airports, and large‑scale commercial campuses.
- Its industrial arm leads maintenance, turnarounds, and soft‑craft services for petrochemical, power, and manufacturing plants.
- Commercial projects span aviation terminals, hotels, universities, sports venues, and semiconductor fabs.
- Standing out with award‑winning safety performance and in‑house fabrication capabilities.
- Combines deep legacy in civil engineering with modern, integrated construction and maintenance solutions.
- Safety First
- Integrity in Action
- Commitment to Excellence
- Innovation and Improvement
- Respect and Teamwork
- Community and Relationships
2050
Target Date
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year.
- Committed to reducing environmental footprint across all operations.
- Implementing energy-efficient technologies in construction practices.
- Reducing waste through recycling and reusing materials on project sites.
- Using sustainable materials and processes wherever possible.
- Actively participating in green building and LEED-certified projects.
- The company strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- Focus on increasing representation of women in leadership roles.
- Commitment to fostering a work environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
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