[Hiring] Certified Weld Inspector @Technique

Role Description

Technique is looking for a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) to join our Quality team at our Jackson, Michigan facility. This position is responsible for ensuring welded products meet customer specifications, applicable codes, and internal quality standards. The role includes:

• Performing visual weld inspections in accordance with AWS standards
• Reviewing weld procedures and welder qualifications
• Conducting first article, in-process, and final acceptance inspections
• Supporting audits, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement across prototype and production manufacturing

Qualifications

• Strong background in aerospace welding requirements
• Experience working within AS9100 or similarly regulated manufacturing environments
• Current AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) certification
• Minimum of 5 years of weld inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), resistance welding, and robotic welding processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Experience using precision inspection equipment

Requirements

• Current AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) certification
• Minimum 5 years of weld inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), Resistance Welding, and robotic welding processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Experience using precision inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and height gauges
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
• Professional communication skills with both internal teams and customers
• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for manufacturing excellence
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience working in an AS9100 and/or NADCAP environment preferred
• Familiarity with AWS D17.1, AWS D1.1, ISO 9001, and aerospace quality requirements preferred
• Experience with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) to AS9102 preferred
• Non-Destructive Testing (VT, PT, MT, UT) certifications are a plus
• Knowledge of metallurgy, weld discontinuities, and failure analysis preferred
• Experience supporting customer audits from aerospace or defense OEMs preferred

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Professional Development
• Referral Program
• Paid Training
• On The Job Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement