Responsibilities ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) / Specialty Technician to join our Fort Worth team and advance in a dynamic work environment. You'll work on a variety of complex projects performing field observations and inspections, and may also work with steel performing destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT) or non-destructive examination (NDE). Responsibilities • Field Activities: Perform observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of various construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement; Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of other senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers; Inspections may also be conducted in fabrication facilities or on mechanical piping systems and pressure vessels. • Testing Procedures: Conduct routine observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded or bolted connections using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards for documentation and compliance; Testing may include ground penetrating radar (GPR) structural surveys, material verification, and corrosion surveys. • Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections; Engage in drafting and other administrative duties as required; Maintain organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as applicable. • Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers, keeping the team informed of changing site conditions and requested additional testing; Attend project meetings as requested; Inform project team of test results and share technical advice to provide resolution of issues. • Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices; Mentor other technicians as they grow in their careers. Career Development As your experience grows, ECS will: • Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us. • Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities. Qualifications Required Qualifications • 5+ years of related experience. • High School diploma or GED. • Must have ASNT NDT Level II certification(s) and at least 2 additional advanced industry certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities considered at ECS discretion). • Current pursuit of or ability to obtain maximal certifications in the above categories. • Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height. • Must have valid driver's license and insurance. • Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed. • Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing). • Advanced working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards with expertise in your area of certification. • Expert understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures. • Ability to perform work at heights. • Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors. • Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops. • High-level ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans. • Basic knowledge of MS Office. • If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment. Military Qualifications: • The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications": • E-4/E-5 About Us ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.