As Inspector, Quality Control - Welding, you will be responsible for inspecting and verifying welding activities on steel structures and piping systems during ship construction, repair, and refit projects. The role ensures that all welding work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, welding procedures, inspection test plans, classification society requirements, client specifications, and applicable codes and standards. More specifically, you will:
• Perform visual inspection of steel and pipe welds at fit-up, in-process, and final inspection.
• Verify weld joint preparation, alignment, root opening, bevel angle, cleanliness, tack welds, and overall fit-up quality.
• Confirm welding is performed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications, WPS.
• Verify that welders are properly qualified for the required process, material, position, and joint type.
• Inspect structural steel welding on hull structures, decks, bulkheads, stiffeners, foundations, brackets, and supports.
• Inspect pipe welding on spools, shipboard piping systems, socket welds, butt welds, branch connections, and pipe supports.
• Review drawings, weld symbols, piping isometrics, inspection test plans.
• Verify welding consumable control, material traceability, preheat, interpass temperature, and other welding requirements.
• Complete inspection reports, checklists, weld maps, nonconformance reports, and objective quality evidence.
• Support quality walkdowns, repair verification, system turnover, and final acceptance activities.
Requirements:
• High school diploma, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in welding, fabrication, mechanical technology, marine construction, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of steel structure welding and pipe welding inspection practices in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy fabrication, pressure piping, offshore, or industrial construction.
• CWB Welding Inspector certification, AWS CWI, CSWIP, or equivalent certification.
• Experience with NDE methods such as VT, MT, PT, UT, or RT is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, piping isometrics, weld symbols, specifications, and inspection test plans.
• Working knowledge of common welding processes, including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, and SAW.
• Familiarity with welding defects, acceptance criteria, repair requirements, and quality documentation.
• Knowledge of classification society regulations (Lloyds, ABS, etc.);
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software;
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced shipyard environment;
• Successful completion of the security screening process and obtainment of the required security clearance under the Federal Government’s Contract Security Program (minimum of 5 years of residency in Canada, with no interruption of 6 consecutive months
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.
Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.
There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
At Davie, we forge the monumental!
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Based in Lévis, Quebec, Davie is Canada's largest shipbuilder and a global leader in delivering specialized and mission-critical vessels for government and commercial customers. Working at Davie means living the immense every day and embarking on an adventure where every project is a monumental masterpiece. It's about facing challenges head-on, with unwavering resolve and nerves of steel. Being part of Davie brings a sense of pride as immense as the ships we build. It's not just about ambitious projects backed by impressive benefits; it’s about pushing our boundaries to achieve something far greater than yourself. Davie is where you forge the monumental.