The Welding Engineer (Mid-Level) plays a critical role in overseeing welding operations across fabrication, construction, or maintenance projects in alignment with ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, and related codes. The role includes preparing welding documentation, qualifying procedures and welders, supporting production teams, resolving welding-related issues, and ensuring weld quality and compliance. Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with various welding processes, procedure qualification, and inspection coordination.
Develop and qualify WPS, PQR, and WQR in accordance with ASME, AWS, or ISO standards.
Supervise procedure qualification testing, including destructive and NDT coordination.
Review third-party and subcontractor WPS/WQRs for compliance with project codes.
Provide technical support to welders and foremen regarding process parameters, joint preparation, and consumables.
Resolve welding-related NCRs, process deviations, or quality issues during fabrication or erection.
Recommend welding process improvements for productivity, quality, or cost-efficiency.
Ensure welding activities comply with ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, or applicable client/project specifications.
Maintain weld maps, traceability logs, welder continuity records, and procedure registers.
Interface with QA/QC for inspection scheduling and technical interpretation of defects.
Participate in pre-job planning, weld joint reviews, and drawing analysis.
Evaluate consumable certifications, base metal compatibility, and heat input requirements.
Support vendor and subcontractor audits with a focus on welding compliance.
Execution and control of welding procedure development and qualification
Support and troubleshooting of field/fabrication welding operations
Code compliance with ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1
Interface with QA/QC and production teams for welding quality assurance
Documentation of procedures, welders, and weld traceability
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or Metallurgy
Certification or training in welding inspection (e.g., CSWIP 3.1, AWS CWI) is preferred
Experience:
3–6 years of experience in welding engineering roles within fabrication, construction, or heavy industry (preferably pressure vessels, piping, or structural steel)
Skills:
Proficiency in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW processes and weld symbol interpretation
Familiarity with materials like carbon steel, stainless steel, and low alloy steel
Working knowledge of NDT requirements and weld defect interpretation
Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills