PAUT & Welding Inspector

Astron Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Astron Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned PAUT & Welding Inspector to lead welding inspections and NDT activities on major projects. You will verify procedures, ensure quality standards, and coordinate with welders and QA/QC teams on site. The role requires ASNT Level II in RT/MT/PT/UT, CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI, and a mechanical engineering degree, with 8–10 years of relevant experience and strong reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years of weld inspection and NDT experience.
• ASNT Level II in RT, MT, PT and UT.
• Valid CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI welding inspector certification.
• Ability to interpret drawings, inspection procedures and NDT reports.
• Strong reporting, documentation and site coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welding activities for compliance with procedures and standards.
• Conduct weld inspections before, during and after welding including joint prep and fit-up.
• Perform or oversee PAUT Level II inspections per procedures and standards.
• Conduct NDT examinations (RT, MT, PT, UT) within certification scope.
• Review WQRs, PQRs and other quality documents.
• Verify inspection reports and weld acceptance criteria.
• Identify defects, advise corrective actions and verify rectification.
• Maintain welding inspection records and NDT reports.
• Coordinate with welding teams, QA/QC, contractors and client reps.
• Ensure compliance with ITPs and safety requirements.

Skills

PAUT inspection

NDT techniques

Welding QC

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The PAUT & Welding Inspector is responsible for inspecting welding activities and conducting or overseeing non‑destructive testing (NDT) to ensure compliance with approved procedures, project specifications, and quality standards. The role requires expertise in Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), conventional NDT methods, and welding inspection to maintain quality and integrity in industrial projects.

• Inspect welding activities to ensure compliance with approved welding procedures, project specifications, and applicable quality standards.
• Conduct welding inspections before, during, and after welding, including verification of joint preparation, fit‑up, weld parameters, and finished weld quality.
• Perform or oversee PAUT Level II inspections in accordance with approved procedures and applicable standards.
• Conduct and interpret NDT examinations using Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT), within certification scope.
• Review welding procedures, Welder Qualification Records (WQRs), Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs), and other relevant quality documents.
• Verify inspection reports, NDT results, and weld acceptance criteria against applicable codes and project requirements.
• Identify welding defects and non‑conformities, recommend corrective actions, and verify rectification.
• Maintain accurate welding inspection records, NDT reports, and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with welding teams, QA/QC personnel, contractors, and client representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), safety procedures, and project quality requirements.

Mandatory Requirements

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in 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 welding inspection procedures, NDT techniques, applicable codes, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding documents, inspection procedures, and NDT reports.
• Good reporting, documentation, communication, and site coordination skills.