Welding Inspector at Upchurch

Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.

About the role
Serve as the on-site quality lead in the fabrication shop—ensuring weld quality, code compliance, and tight documentation that keeps production on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual weld inspections per AWS D1.1 (and project specs): fit-up, preheat/interpass, weld size/finish, acceptance criteria.

• Verify compliance with WPS/PQR; confirm base/filler materials and parameters.

• Witness/record welder qualification tests; maintain continuity logs.

• Generate inspection reports, weld maps, NCRs/corrective actions; maintain traceability.

• Coordinate third-party NDE (MT/PT/UT) as required; review and file reports.

• Support shop audits, tool calibration, and quality/safety best practices.

• Partner with Production/Engineering to resolve non-conformances quickly.

Qualifications

• Active AWS CWI required.

• 3+ years CWI experience in a fabrication shop or industrial setting.

• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; exposure to D1.3/D1.6 and ASME Section IX a plus.

• Read/interpret drawings and isometrics; proficient with MS Office; Bluebeam/weld-mapping tools a plus.

• Detail-driven documentation; able to work in a shop environment (climb/stand; lift up to 30 lbs).

• Valid driver’s license; background/drug screen.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and holiday pay.

• Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.