Quality Field Welding Inspector

Overview Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Quality Field Welding Inspector based in Chattanooga, TN.This challenging position willsupport scopes of work related to construction of the lock chamber at theChickamauga Dam Project; a new 110-foot by 600-foot lock located downstream of Chickamauga Dam. Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, weu2019re well-positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to stay flexible and agile in our construction approach is essential to our success. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: + Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, specifications, contract drawings, and associated standards. + Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records, weld tracking logs & maps. + Tracks quality assurance progress and oversees non-destructive testing operations. + Maintains welder performance records and testing percentages. + Inspects welding and pertaining metals to application codes D1.1, 1.5, and 1.6. + Review WPS's and field controls for all applicable welding. + Performs material receipt inspection for fabricated and client furnished items. + Issues daily visual inspection reports for inspection. + Works with Quality Assurance representatives for all welding operations. + Assists Production team with implementation of quality requirements, reviews submittals, work plans, and test register for contract conformance. + Tracks Material Test Reports, Cert's of Conformance for consumables and base metals. + Reports to Quality Control Manager. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: + High School Diploma/GED + a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. + CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification. Preferred Qualifications: + MEP experience preferred. + Experience working on a USACE (US Army Corp of Engineers) project. + Concrete, Finishing and Protective Coatings Experience are a plus. Additional Information: + Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. + This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between $37.00 - $47.00 per hour depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Employees can choose from multiple medical plans, including a $0 premium option, with dental, vision, and HSA options available. We provide 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Our paid time off program includes paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off in addition to PTO days. Additional benefits include flexible and hybrid work options, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary coverages such as pet insurance, legal, and identity theft protection. _NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:_ _Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick._ _AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER_ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ _#LI-AR1_ Job Locations _US-TN-Chattanooga_ ID _2026-2897_ Category _Quality_ Type _Full Time_

Created: 2026-02-02