Process Engineer (NDT Level / CWI)

Job Overview

We are hiring a Process Engineer who preferably holds both ASNT NDT Level III and AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials. This person will own our welding and nondestructive testing processes end to end: writing and qualifying procedures, certifying inspection personnel, and driving defect reduction on the shop floor. The role serves as the company's NDT Level III of record and its senior welding quality authority.

Key responsibilities

Welding process supervision

• Develop, qualify and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ) to AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX and customer codes as applicable.
• Select and optimize welding processes
• Perform visual weld inspection as a CWI

NDT program ownership (Level III)

• Serve as the company NDT Level III, responsible for the written practice per ASNT SNT-TC-1A or CP-189 (and NAS 410 / ISO 9712 if required).
• Write, review and approve NDT procedures and techniques for [UT, MT, PT, VT].
• Train, examine and certify Level I and II NDT personnel, and maintain their certification records.
• Interpret and evaluate NDT results against acceptance criteria, and dispose of indications.

Quality and continuous improvement

• Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) on weld and NDT nonconformances using 8D, 5-Why or fishbone methods.
• Track weld defect rates, rework hours and first-pass yield, and drive measurable reductions.
• Write and maintain work instructions, process flows, PFMEAs and control plans.
• Support customer, third-party and regulatory audits (e.g., ISO 9001, ASME, AWS, AS9100).
• Act as technical liaison to customers on weld quality, NDT requirements and code interpretation.

Required qualifications

• Current ASNT NDT Level III certification (ACCP or SNT-TC-1A), with Basic plus at least [two] method endorsements from UT, MT and PT.
• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, held in good standing.
• Degree in Welding, Materials, Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may substitute: [4] additional years per degree year.
• 5+ years of experience in welding or NDT in a manufacturing, fabrication or pressure-vessel environment
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.6 or other codes relevant to our products.
• Ability to read drawings, weld symbols and GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with an ERP or QMS system.

Skills and attributes

• Clear technical writer who can turn code requirements into shop-ready instructions.
• Confident trainer and coach for welders, inspectors and technicians.
• Makes and defends disposition calls under schedule pressure.
• Organized record keeper; certifications and qualifications are audit-ready at all times.

Working conditions

• Split between office and shop floor
• Must wear required PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toed boots and hearing protection.
• Must pass a vision exam (near vision and color perception) to maintain NDT and CWI certifications.

Compensation and benefits

• Salary range: $90,000 to $130,000 based on experience and certifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a current ASNT NDT Level III certification (ACCP or SNT-TC-1A) with basic plus at least two method endorsements from UT, MT and PT?
• Do you have a current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, held in good standing?
• Do you have5+ years of experience in welding or NDT in a manufacturing, fabrication or pressure-vessel environment?
• Do you have a Degree in Welding, Materials, Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may substitute: [4] additional years per degree year?
• Do you have working knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.6 or other codes relevant to our products?
• Do you have proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with an ERP or QMS system?
• Do you have the ability to read drawings, weld symbols and GD&T?

Work Location: In person