CSIP 3.1 WELDING INSPECTOR

1. Inspection & Verification:

• Perform visual inspections (VT) of welds before, during, and after welding in accordance with approved procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Monitor and verify that all welding is carried out by qualified welders using approved procedures and materials.
• Conduct dimensional checks of weld preparations and finished weldments.
• Witness and monitor non-destructive testing (NDT) activities such as Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT), and Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT).
• Interpret NDT reports and evaluate weld defects against acceptance criteria (ASME, API, AWS, etc.).

2. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed inspection records (ITPs, checklists, reports).
• Issue and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and monitor corrective actions.
• Review and verify welder qualifications (WPQR), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and material certifications (MTC).
• Prepare daily and weekly inspection summary reports for QA/QC management.

3. Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure strict adherence to project-specific standards, codes (e.g., ASME Section IX, API 1104), and client specifications.
• Conduct audits of welding consumable storage, handling, and issue procedures.
• Verify preheat and interpass temperature controls and Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) cycles as required.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and a culture of quality on-site.

4. Coordination & Liaison:

• Interface with welding supervisors, foremen, engineers, and client representatives.
• Coordinate schedule of inspections with construction and production teams to avoid delays.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors and welding crews on quality requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Mandatory:

• A valid CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification from TWI or an equivalent (AWS Certified Welding Inspector - CWI is highly desirable).
• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a Welding Inspector in the oil & gas, petrochemical, power plant, or major construction sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of international welding codes and standards (ASME, AWS, API, ISO).
• Proven experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and report writing.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Preferred:

• Additional NDT Level II certifications (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Previous experience working in Qatar or the GCC, with knowledge of local regulations (e.g., QCS 2014).
• Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Experience with computerized welding data recording and monitoring systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent