CWI

Overview

Inspect and ensure quality of structural steel welds per AWS, ASME, ISO standards.

Key Responsibilities

• inspection logs
• blueprint review
• ndt testing
• weld inspection
• welding training
• quality audits

Tasks

Your expertise will safeguard the integrity of complex structural steel projects, ensuring every weld, joint, and fabrication meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and craftsmanship. -Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and reports -Interpret welding procedures, blueprints, and technical specifications -Conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (VT, PT, MT, UT) -Perform weld inspections to AWS, ASME, ISO, and client standards -Support welders with training on quality requirements and standards -Identify and resolve quality concerns with production and engineering teams -Audit welding processes for compliance and best practices

Requirements

• cwi
• aws codes
• ndt
• structural steel
• shipbuilding
• detail-oriented

What You Bring

-Skilled at interpreting weld symbols, drawings, and blueprints -Strong knowledge of welding codes (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, etc.) -AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – required -Detail-oriented with strong communication skills -Proficiency in NDT methods (ASNT Level I/II preferred) -Experience in structural steel, shipbuilding, or heavy fabrication

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Benefits

💰 Up to $90,000 + Benefits

About Novax Recruitment Group

-Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Manchester, the company grew rapidly to support recruitment across multiple global locations including the UK and US. -It delivers high‑value, bespoke hiring solutions in complex sectors like energy, manufacturing, construction and public infrastructure. -Led by ex‑industry professionals, they bridge technical skills gaps by placing candidates in both permanent and contract roles. -Typical projects include placements in automotive, aerospace, steelwork, data centres, housing development, and public sector programmes. -Operating from Manchester, Sunnyvale, New York and Austin, they serve clients from pre‑construction planning to delivery across civil, utilities, tech and finance.

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