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Welding / Mechanical Inspector
Sgs · Billings, MT, United States · Active · $45–$50 / hour · SmartRecruiters
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Sgs |
| Title | Welding / Mechanical Inspector |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Inspection and Field Testing |
| Location | Billings, MT, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | Contract |
| Salary | $45–$50 / hour |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | SmartRecruiters |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-05-05 / 2026-05-31 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-31 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
SGS is currently looking for a Welding/Mechanical Inspector for some contract work in Casper, Wyoming and San Diego, CA . This is not a full-time contract but some intermittent quality assurance work which will vary based on the projects. This project will start in June 2026.
Scope of work:
Responsible for inspecting, testing, and evaluating weld processes, welding, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, Expansion joints, and related equipment to ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Verify compliance with ASME, API, NBIC, Federal, state & Local regualtions. Quality document reviews including WPS / PQR, assessment of quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of welded components Inspecting welds, reviewing welding procedures, and conducting visual and dimensional inspections Examining completed welds for size, quality, and conformance to standards. Perform in-service inspections, turnaround inspections, and risk-based inspections (RBI). Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation. Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results. Visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects. Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found. Observing welders and preheating procedures Recording inspection results and any non-conformities Investigating Non-Conformities i.e. identifying causes and assisting in corrective actions. Ability to communicate effectively with welders, engineers, and other personnel
At least one of the following: AWS CWI, API 510, API 570 Minimum of five (5) years industrial welding-related inspection experience. Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections Industrial experience in Oil & gas / Power & Utility / Construction / Manufacturing, etc.. Experienced in inspecting welds on various manufactured products eg. pipelines, expansion joints, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and other equipment Experienced in witnessing NDE test (UT, PT, MT, RT, etc..) and verifying test reports. Work Schedule: Intermittent i.e. when & where required subject to job requirement Pay Rate : $45 / hr. to $50 / hr. Per diems: Expenses will be covered at cost if inspection site is beyond round trip 200 miles from Inspector place of residence and requires overnight stay at hotel.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote 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, status as a protected veteran, 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 above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
Full job record
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| Provider | smartrecruiters |
| Provider Job Key | 744000124694668 |
| Title | Welding / Mechanical Inspector |
| Normalized Title | — |
| Status | active |
| Active | yes |
| Location Text | Billings, MT, United States |
| Department | Inspection and Field Testing |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | contract |
| Workplace Type | — |
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| Country | United States |
| Region | MT |
| City | Billings |
| Salary Raw | We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. SGS is currently looking for a Welding/Mechanical Inspector for some contract work in Casper, Wyoming and San Diego, CA . This is not a full-time contract but some intermittent quality assurance work which will vary based on the projects. This project will start in June 2026. Scope of work: Responsible for inspecting, testing, and evaluating weld processes, welding, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, Expansion joints, and related equipment to ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Verify compliance with ASME, API, NBIC, Federal, state & Local regualtions. Quality document reviews including WPS / PQR, assessment of quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of welded components Inspecting welds, reviewing welding procedures, and conducting visual and dimensional inspections Examining completed welds for size, quality, and conformance to standards. Perform in-service inspections, turnaround inspections, and risk-based inspections (RBI). Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation. Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results. Visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects. Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found. Observing welders and preheating procedures Recording inspection results and any non-conformities Investigating Non-Conformities i.e. identifying causes and assisting in corrective actions. Ability to communicate effectively with welders, engineers, and other personnel At least one of the following: AWS CWI, API 510, API 570 Minimum of five (5) years industrial welding-related inspection experience. Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections Industrial experience in Oil & gas / Power & Utility / Construction / Manufacturing, etc.. Experienced in inspecting welds on various manufactured products eg. pipelines, expansion joints, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and other equipment Experienced in witnessing NDE test (UT, PT, MT, RT, etc..) and verifying test reports. Work Schedule: Intermittent i.e. when & where required subject to job requirement Pay Rate : $45 / hr. to $50 / hr. Per diems: Expenses will be covered at cost if inspection site is beyond round trip 200 miles from Inspector place of residence and requires overnight stay at hotel. SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote 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, status as a protected veteran, 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 above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability. |
| Salary Min | 45 |
| Salary Max | 50 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | hour |
| Source URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/SGS/744000124694668-welding-mechanical-inspector |
| Apply URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/SGS/744000124694668-welding-mechanical-inspector?oga=true |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-31 17:43:49Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 10:48:36Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 10:48:36Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-31 17:43:49Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-05-05 16:10:27Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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