Mechanical Inspector (Piping / Welding / NDT)

Astron Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Astron Group is seeking a Mechanical Inspector with 8–10 years of piping, welding inspection, and NDT experience in Abu Dhabi. The role requires ASNT Level II in RT, MT, PT, UT and valid welding inspection certification (CSWIP 3.1 or CWI).

You will verify drawings, procedures, and QA/QC documentation and coordinate corrective actions on site. The ideal candidate will interpret complex piping specifications, review ITPs, and ensure adherence to codes and standards while maintaining inspection

Qualifications

• Requires NDT inspection expertise and strong QA/QC coordination.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, piping specs, and inspection reports.
• Experience reviewing ITPs, procedures, and non-conformance reports.

Responsibilities

• Inspect piping and mechanical installations for compliance with drawings and specs.
• Conduct and oversee welding inspections pre/during/post welds, including joint prep and visual checks.
• Perform RT, MT, PT, UT NDT activities per certification scope.
• Verify materials, fittings, and workmanship against project specs.
• Review welding procedures, welder qualifications, and inspection docs.
• Verify NDT reports meet codes and acceptance criteria.
• Identify defects and coordinate corrective actions with site team.
• Review ITPs, method statements, checklists, and test reports.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and QA/QC documentation.
• Coordinate with construction teams and client representatives to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

NDT inspection

QA/QC coordination

Interpretation of drawings

Inspection reporting

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

The Mechanical Inspector (Piping / Welding / NDT) is responsible for inspecting mechanical and piping works, verifying welding quality, and ensuring compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable codes, and quality standards. The role includes conducting or coordinating NDT activities, identifying defects, and maintaining inspection documentation to ensure the quality and integrity of industrial installations.

• Inspect piping and mechanical installation activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Conduct welding inspections before, during, and after welding, including joint preparation, fit-up, weld quality, and visual examination.
• Perform or oversee NDT activities using Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT), within the scope of certification.
• Verify piping materials, fittings, joints, and installation workmanship against project specifications.
• Review welding procedures, welder qualifications, inspection procedures, and relevant quality documents.
• Verify NDT reports and ensure inspection results meet applicable codes and acceptance criteria.
• Identify defects, deviations, and non-conformities, and coordinate corrective actions with the site team.
• Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, checklists, and test reports.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, welding reports, NDT documentation, and quality records.
• Coordinate with construction teams, QA/QC personnel, contractors, and client representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with project quality procedures and applicable safety requirements.

Mandatory Requirements

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in mechanical, piping, welding inspection, and NDT activities.
• ASNT Level II certification in RT, MT, PT, and UT.
• Valid welding inspection certification: CSWIP 3.1 or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Strong knowledge of piping inspection, welding procedures, NDT methods, and applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, piping specifications, welding documents, and inspection reports.
• Experience in QA/QC documentation, non-conformance reporting, and corrective action follow-up.
• Good communication, technical reporting, and site coordination skills.