Welding Inspectors - Multiple Locations - Contract

Overview

SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

SGS is currently looking for Welding Inspectors in multiple locations throughout the USA. Work will be assigned on an as needed basis and will be paid for the hours / days and other applicable cost items for the hours / days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks. The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement / sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that welds and welding processes comply with codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements by performing visual inspections and witnessing & verifying non-destructive tests and their reports.
• Monitor welding parameters and inspect materials and equipment.
• Review quality documents including WPS / PQR, assess quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure safety and structural integrity of welded components.
• Verify that welders are qualified, and that welding procedures and specifications (WPS) are followed correctly.
• Ensure all welding activities adhere to relevant industry codes (e.g., ASME, AWS, API) and contractual requirements.
• Perform pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld inspections to identify defects and ensure quality.
• Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation.
• Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results.
• Perform visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects.
• Ensure that materials, equipment, and safety regulations are followed.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found.

Qualifications

Additional Details

The inspector will be contacted as needed with no set schedule. If the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector's residence, a per diem may be considered. The inspector will sign an independent contractor / sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and recruits, hires, trains, and promotes persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. This job description is a general description of the job and does not restrict the company's rights to assign or reassign duties at any time. If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. This phone number is not for general employment information but is for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.

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