NDT/NDE Certified Welding Inspector

NDT/NDE Certified Welding Inspector

Requisition Number: 2025-1470-03

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.
At S&ME, you're more than just an employee-you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

· Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
· 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
· 401(k) with employer match
· PTO with rollover
· Maternity/paternity leave
· Tuition reimbursement
· Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
· Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
· $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - NDT/NDE Specialist in Nashville, Tennessee, you will help ensure the structural integrity of steel by performing and leading non-destructive testing (NDT/NDE) operations in the field and lab. You'll manage assignments, inspect steel structures, and guide technicians in delivering top-tier inspection services with precision and safety.

What You'll Do:

· Perform inspections and execute advanced non-destructive testing techniques, including ultrasonic testing (UT) and magnetic particle testing (MT)
· Oversee and guide testing assignments across multiple projects to ensure consistency and success
· Maintain and calibrate testing equipment while participating in quality system audits
· Generate comprehensive reports to communicate test findings effectively
· Conduct fieldwork, including climbing steel structures up to 200+ feet with fall protection and safety gear

What We're Looking For:

· A High School Diploma or GED
· A minimum of 3 years of NDT/NDE metals testing experience OR an associate degree in a related field
· A current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
· A Level II UT certification
· An ASNT Level II certification per ASNT-SNT-TC-1A in at least one method
· Additional certifications are a plus:

• ICC Building/Structural Steel Inspection

• Level II PT or MT certifications

• Experience with Safety, DDC, NDT, or Radiation Training

What to Expect:

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

· Climbing structures over 200 feet using proper fall protection
· Outdoor, hands-on work in all weather conditions
· Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
· Travel out-of-town (typically overnight) as project needs require
· Working off-shift or on weekends during peak workload periods

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job-it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

Ready to Get Started?

Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.