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Structural Steel QC Inspector – Fabrication

Richmond, VAOnsiteFull TimePosted 5 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • structural steel
  • fabrication
  • quality inspection
  • AWS D1.1
  • AWS D1.5
  • shop drawings
  • specifications
  • dimensions
  • layouts
  • component placement

Nice to have

  • steel fitter
  • steel fabricator
  • inspection skills
  • AISC
  • quality improvement

Role summary

We are seeking a Structural Steel QC Inspector for our AISC-certified manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. This role involves inspecting fabricated steel components for accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry standards, including AWS D1.1 and D1.5. Responsibilities include checking materials, dimensions, and layouts against drawings, documenting nonconformances, and collaborating with production teams to resolve fabrication issues. Experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or quality inspection is required, along with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Welding certifications are preferred.

Structural Steel QC Inspector – Fabrication

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Shifts: 1st and 2nd Shift Available
Starting Pay: $31.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
2nd Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour

Position Overview

We are hiring a Structural Steel QC Inspector to check fabricated steel components for accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry standards. This position is based in an AISC-certified manufacturing facility. Experienced structural steel fitters or fabricators with strong inspection and layout skills may also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect fabricated structural steel throughout the production process and upon completion.

  • Check materials, dimensions, layouts, and component placement against shop drawings and specifications.

  • Identify, document, and report quality issues and nonconformances in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 standards.

  • Perform in-process and final quality inspections.

  • Work with production teams to investigate and correct fabrication issues.

  • Assist with quality improvement efforts and annual AISC quality control audits.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or quality inspection.

  • Ability to read and interpret structural steel fabrication and construction drawings.

  • Strong knowledge of steel fabrication processes and quality requirements.

  • Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 welding standards.

  • Welding certification in D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.

  • Experienced senior-level structural steel fitters or fabricators with relevant inspection skills are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday, 2nd Shift.

  • Saturday overtime available.

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