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Inspect fabricated structural steel components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality standards. Requires ability to read shop drawings and knowledge of welding standards.
Job Description
Structural Steel QC Inspector
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | 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 Summary
We are hiring a Structural Steel QC Inspector to check fabricated steel components and ensure finished products meet engineering drawings, project specifications, and applicable quality standards.
Candidates with 3–5 years of structural steel fabrication or layout experience are encouraged to apply. Experienced senior-level structural steel fitters and fabricators with strong inspection skills may also be considered.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect fabricated structural steel components throughout the production process.
- Check materials and finished parts against shop drawings, construction plans, and specifications.
- Perform dimensional measurements, layout checks, and part placement inspections.
- Conduct in-process and final quality inspections.
- Identify, record, and report defects or nonconforming work in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
- Work with production personnel to investigate and correct quality concerns.
- Assist with quality improvement efforts and maintain inspection standards.
- Participate in annual AISC quality control audits.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- 1st and 2nd shift opportunities available
- Saturday overtime available
Requirements
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or quality inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, construction plans, and fabrication specifications.
- Strong understanding of structural steel manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
- Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 welding standards.
- Welding certification in D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify fabrication issues.
About the job
- Posted on
- Nov 10, 2026
- Job type
- Full-time
- Location
- Richmond, VAOn-site
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