Qualified Welding Engineer with solid experience in managing and optimizing welding activities for oil & gas, construction, and structural projects. Skilled in developing welding procedures, ensuring compliance with international standards, and supporting fabrication and site operations. Experienced in structural works including piles and conductors, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and productivity in line with Saudi Aramco standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, review, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
* Ensure all welding activities comply with applicable codes (ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, API standards) and project specifications.
* Provide technical support to fabrication and construction teams on welding processes and issues.
* Supervise and monitor welding activities to ensure adherence to approved procedures.
* Evaluate and qualify welders through WPQT (Welder Performance Qualification Test).
* Analyze weld defects and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
* Coordinate with QA/QC, NDT, and inspection teams to ensure quality compliance.
* Review material selection, consumables, and welding parameters for suitability.
* Estimate the Quantity of Welding Consumables that will be required for the projects and assist procurement process.
* Support preheating, PWHT, and heat input control requirements.
* Participate in project meetings, audits, and client inspections (including Aramco representatives).
* Prepare technical reports, welding summaries, and documentation for project records.
* Take ownership of complete welding activities in the yard.
* Optimize welding productivity while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
* Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or equivalent is preferred
* Minimum 5-8 years of experience in welding engineering within oil & gas or construction projects
* Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW, GMAW)
* In-depth understanding of international codes and standards (ASME, AWS, API) Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards and project requirements
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