Welding Engineer

Position: Welding Engineer

Qualification: B.Tech / B.E in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Certification: Mandatory – IIW (International Institute of Welding) Certified

Experience: 5–15 Years

Age Range: 35–45 Years

Location: Kharagpur

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Welding Engineer with valid IIW certification to oversee welding processes, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support continuous improvements in fabrication and production operations. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise, hands-on shop floor exposure, and the ability to guide teams on welding best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) , Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) , and Welder Qualification Tests (WQT) .
• Ensure compliance with international welding standards such as ASME , AWS , ISO , and client-specific requirements.
• Monitor and optimize welding processes to improve quality, productivity, and cost efficiency .
• Provide technical support to production, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and promote safe working practices.
• Train and mentor welders and supervisors on process improvements and new welding techniques.
• Maintain documentation, records, and audit requirements related to welding operations.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, SAW, FCAW, etc.).
• Good understanding of metallurgy, welding metallurgy, and material behaviors .
• Hands-on experience in fabrication, structural steel, pressure vessels, piping , or heavy engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, and welding symbols.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and team coordination abilities.