CWI

# Job Title: Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Location: Pickens, SC Company: Bridge Brothers

About Bridge Brothers

Bridge Brothers is a leading manufacturer specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and construction of custom bridges. We serve municipalities, national parks, energy companies, private developers, and more. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, custom bridge solutions that exceed expectations while ensuring precision, safety, and durability.

Position Summary

Bridge Brothers is seeking a highly skilled Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to lead welding quality control efforts and ensure compliance with AISC, AWS, and DOT standards. The CWI will oversee welding processes, perform inspections, maintain documentation, and uphold the highest levels of structural integrity and safety. This role requires deep knowledge of welding codes, inspection practices, and DOT compliance. Candidates with strong coding experience who are preparing to obtain their CWI will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform inspections of welds and fabrication processes to ensure compliance with AWS, AISC, and DOT standards.

- Verify qualifications of welders and ensure procedures are followed correctly.

- Document all inspections and maintain traceability records.

- Assist with developing and maintaining welding procedures and quality systems.

- Identify nonconformities and ensure corrective actions are taken.

- Provide guidance to welders and fabricators to ensure quality standards are met.

- Work with paint inspectors and related QC roles as needed.

- Serve as a key point of accountability for welding quality within the organization.

Qualifications

- Active Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.

- Candidates with strong welding code experience who are pursuing CWI will be considered.

- 5+ years of welding, inspection, or fabrication experience in structural steel.

- Knowledge of AWS D1.1, AISC standards, and DOT welding requirements.

- Strong technical background in welding codes, procedures, and inspection.

- Ability to read and interpret structural steel drawings and welding symbols.

- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Role Details

- Schedule: Monday–Friday, full-time

- Overtime: Available as required

- Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

- Benefits: Eligible after 90 days (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays)

Apply Today

If you are a highly skilled inspector with deep welding knowledge and a passion for code compliance, we want you on our team. Join Bridge Brothers as our Certified Welding Inspector and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of our bridges.