Welding engineer Jobs in Thunder Bay, ON

Job Description

SGS is currently looking for Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) in multiple locations in Northern Ontario. Work will be assigned on a as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks.

Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating)

Northern Ontario | 6–8 Positions Available

Early July 2026 Start | Project Through Mid-November 2026

$900/Day

SGS is currently seeking 6–8 experienced Pipeline Inspectors to support a large integrity dig program in Northern Ontario.

We are actively recruiting:

• General Inspectors
• Welding Inspectors
• Coating Inspectors

Candidates with welding or coating inspection experience are highly preferred; however, experienced pipeline inspectors with strong construction inspection backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:

• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, codes, standards, and regulations.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, tailboards, and field-level hazard assessments (FLHAs).
• Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe acts or conditions are identified.
• Verify contractor compliance with site-specific safety plans and quality requirements.
• Oversee integrity dig activities including excavation, trenching, backfilling, restoration, welding, coating, and related construction activities.
• Review and verify Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.
• Identify and report construction, safety, and quality non-conformances.
• Complete daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Work collaboratively with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to support successful project execution.
• Participate in incident investigations, quality walkdowns, lessons learned sessions, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications

General Inspector Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of General Inspection experience
• API 1169 Certification
• API 1184 Certification
• Strong knowledge of pipeline construction processes and procedures
• Oil & gas pipeline and/or industrial facilities experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• 8–10 years of oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
• Red Seal Trade Certification

Coating Inspector Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of Coating Inspection experience
• API 1169 Certification
• API 1184 Certification
• AMPP/NACE CIP Level 1
• AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 preferred
• Knowledge of coating inspection codes and standards
• Manufacturing training and/or product exposure
• Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Welding Inspector Qualifications

Required

• 8–10 years of Welding/Welding Inspection experience on pipelines or industrial facilities
• API 1169 Certification
• API 1184 Certification
• CSA Level 1 or Level 2
• Strong knowledge of CSA Z662 and/or ASME
• Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Engineer, Technician, Technologist, Red Seal Journeyman, or Designated Specialist background

Preferred

• B-Pressure Welding experience
• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring inspection teams
• Welding or NDE/NDT degree, diploma, or certification
• CGSB NDT Level 2

Project Details

• Location: Northern Ontario
• Start Date: Early July 2026
• Duration: Through Mid-November 2026
• Compensation: $900/day
• Multiple positions available