Certified Welding Inspector

Location: Schenectady, NY 
Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join AEIS?

At AEIS, we do more than inspect — we build confidence in the world around us. Our work supports infrastructure, innovation, and the future of our communities. We value craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and we invest in the people who share those values.

Here, your career is a path — not a position. AEIS professionals grow into QA Leads, Technical Specialists, and Project Leaders who shape the future of construction quality.

Learn more:
www.aeis.com

Training & Growth That Matters

AEIS operates a full in-house NDT & Technical Training Program covering MT, UT, Hardness testing, and more. Whether you’re building new skills or enhancing your expertise, you’ll find hands-on support, mentorship, and real career mobility.

Position Overview — Certified Welding Inspector

We’re seeking AWS Certified Welding Inspectors (CWIs) to support our growing pipeline of infrastructure and structural projects. In this role, you'll perform inspections in a fabrication shop in Schenectady, NY and contribute to the ongoing development of welding quality assurance processes at AEIS.

What You’ll Do

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Perform visual and destructive weld inspections to ensure compliance with AWS D1.1/D1.5, ASME, and DOT standards.
• Monitor welding operations and ensure procedures and personnel are qualified.
• Identify and document weld defects and non-conformities.
• Conduct MT and UT inspections where certified.

Documentation & Reporting 

• Maintain accurate inspection records and generate professional reports using our proprietary software, designed to report welding and NDT inspections.
• Verify and review WPSs, PQRs, and Welder Certifications.
• Contribute to quality documentation systems.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Work closely with project managers, welding engineers, and NDT staff.
• Participate in process optimization reviews and corrective action reports. 

What We're Looking For 

Must Haves

• AWS CWI Certification (Active)
• 1–10 years of hands-on structural welding inspection experience
• Strong communication skills in English (spoken & written)
• Basic math and technical documentation skills
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and construction plans
• Willingness to travel to fabrication shop in Schenectady

Bonus Points

• MT and UT certifications (Level I/II)
• Experience with bolting inspections
• Familiarity with ASME standards
• Experience working on DOT or public infrastructure projects

Why This Role Stands Out

• Join a welding ecosystem where you can train others, grow your skills, and participate in failure investigations
• Direct collaboration with AEIS Metallurgy & NDT Labs
• Access to internal certification programs
• Work alongside PEs, senior inspectors, and technical experts
• Competitive pay aligned with certifications & experience
• Clear growth pathway to QA Lead and Technical Specialist
• Supportive, inclusive, and professional team culture

Salary Range: $45hr - $50/hr. This range is based on national market data and may vary widely by experience and location.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Family Leave
• Professional development & certification support
• Employee referral bonuses
• Parking and transit benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company sponsored discounts (Verizon)
• Cross-training & internal mentorship opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

AEIS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.