SGS is hiring: Welding Inspectors - Multiple Locations - Contract in Des Moines

Overview

SGS is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company with a network of offices and laboratories worldwide. 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 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 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 (such as 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

• Must have at least one of the following: AWS / CWI / CSWIP / API.
• Minimum of five (5) years of industrial welding-related inspection experience; two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections inspector.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of industry experience (mainly Oil and Gas).
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of welding inspections; welding inspections experience at manufacturer shops/facilities.
• Welding inspection experience of pipeline and equipment (e.g., pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pumps) would be an asset.
• Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 to 10 hours/day.

Compensation and Conditions

• Hourly rate – $40 to $45/hr plus $0.70/km.
• No set schedule; the inspector will be contacted as needed.
• If the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector’s place of residence, a per diem may be considered.
• The inspector will sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Equal Opportunity

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and commits to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting 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, protected veteran status, 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. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description is not exhaustive and SGS reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed. If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application due to a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance.

Job Location

Multiple locations throughout the USA