Structural Steel QC Inspector
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Qualdoc scores B on the Alion truth index.
Structural Steel QC Inspector
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
Job Overview
We are hiring a Quality Inspector to verify that fabricated structural steel meets drawing specifications, dimensional requirements, and applicable quality standards. Candidates with strong structural steel fitting or fabrication experience at a senior level may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect fabricated steel components throughout production and before final release.
Check dimensions, layouts, and part placement against shop drawings and specifications.
Identify, document, and help resolve quality issues and nonconformances under AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
Perform in-process and final quality checks.
Work with production teams to correct defects and maintain fabrication quality.
Support 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 interpret shop drawings, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
Knowledge of structural 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 is preferred.
Experienced senior structural steel fitters or fabricators may also be considered.
Shift & Compensation
First- and second-shift opportunities available.
Starting pay of $31.00/hour, with higher pay possible depending on experience.
Second-shift employees receive an additional $3.00/hour differential.