Welding Inspector at Peoria IL 1099 Contractor

1099 contract role for an ongoing project; duration and schedule may vary based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document nonconformances/defects, noting their locations and severity.
• Prepare complete, accurate inspection reports in accordance with client requirements.
• Capture and label photographs of findings, including required angles and scale as needed.

Requirements

• 1–3 years’ experience in a Welding Inspector role.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW/FCAW).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/specifications and understand weld symbols/requirements.
• Ability to perform visual inspection of welds (surface condition and workmanship).
• Knowledge of common weld defects (e.g., cracks, porosity, undercut, underfill/overlap, lack of fusion, incorrect bead profile).
• Understanding of acceptance criteria (client requirements and/or codes such as AWS D1.1 or the project’s applicable standard).
• Ability to document findings with clear written reports and photographs (including angles, scale, and locations as required).
• Basic understanding of dimensional inspection (measuring weld size/fit-up dimensions) if included in the scope.
• Professional familiarity with safety/site procedures and confidentiality/site rules.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work independently onsite.
• Onsite inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to travel to Urbana, Illinois 61802 and nearby areas.