Certified Welding Instructor / Welding Engineering Technician (CWI) Help build reliable welds—and the skills and standards behind them. Steel & O’Brien is seeking a detail-oriented welding professional to support the quality and compliance of welded components and assemblies used in data center cooling systems. In this role, you’ll inspect welds, support welder training and certification, and work alongside Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and improve processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on welding and inspection experience, a strong understanding of industry codes, and a commitment to safe, precise work. Learn more at steelobrien.com. What you’ll do - Visually and dimensionally inspect welded joints to confirm they meet AWS, ASME, and company standards.
- Verify that weld procedures, welder qualifications, and welding consumables meet project requirements.
- Train and retrain employees across welding levels and roles, and support quality and certification reviews.
- Perform applicable nondestructive testing (NDT), such as visual testing (VT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT). Coordinate third-party NDT services when needed.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and weld maps to confirm product requirements.
- Record and report inspection results, nonconformances, and corrective actions in the company’s quality management system.
- Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve welding issues and improve processes.
- Take part in weld audits, root cause analysis, and quality training.
- Keep inspection equipment calibrated and maintain traceable inspection records.
- Promote safe work practices, product quality, and operational excellence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you’ll bring - Required: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
- At least five years of welding and welding inspection experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
- Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and other relevant codes.
- Experience with stainless steel and high-performance alloys used in cooling system fabrication.
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T and weld symbols.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical and documentation skills, and effective communication and teamwork.
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital inspection and reporting tools.
- Ability to use office, phone, and computer equipment and safely navigate a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing or fabrication shop while wearing appropriate PPE.
- Experience with pressure vessel, piping, or HVAC component manufacturing and working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems are preferred.
Additional preferred experience - Orbital welding systems such as AMI (Arc Machines Inc.), Orbitalum, or Swagelok.
- Stainless steel processing and high-purity welding applications.
- PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley or Siemens systems.
- Welding or maintenance-related certifications.
How you’ll work with the team You’ll help maintain a collaborative, positive work environment through clear, respectful communication across all levels of the organization. We value people who listen to concerns and ideas, respect confidentiality, and encourage and implement cross-functional improvements that strengthen efficiency and product quality. Our values are Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence. Work environment and physical requirements - Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with possible exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and twist.
- Safely navigate the facility.
- Use manufacturing equipment and inspection tools.
Salary Range: $70K-$90K per year Attendance Requirements: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory. Accommodations: Essential functions of this position may include but are not limited to lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, carrying objects, ascending/descending stairs and commuting to work location. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) or other state or federal law, you may request an accommodation.
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