QC Inspector (Welding & Structural)

SGS; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking an experienced QC Inspector – Welding & Structural for offshore projects. You will perform welding and structural inspections during fabrication, assembly, and installation, ensuring compliance with WPS, ITPs, drawings, and project specs.

You will monitor and witness NDT activities, coordinate with NDT contractors, and ensure offshore topside and jacket fabrication meets AWS D1.1, ASME and EEMUA 158 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years total experience, including 5+ years post-CSWIP / AWS.
• Proven offshore topside & jacket fabrication experience.
• CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 certificates / AWS (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of welding inspection, structural fabrication & NDT coordination.
• Familiar with offshore codes and standards (AWS D1.1, EEMUA 158, ASME).

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and structural inspections during fabrication, assembly and installation.
• Verify compliance with WPS, ITPs, drawings and project specifications.
• Monitor and witness NDT activities and coordinate with NDT contractors.
• Inspect offshore topside and jacket fabrication, including fit-up and dimensional checks.

Skills

Welding inspection

NDT coordination

Offshore codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.We are hiring an experienced QC Inspector – Welding & Structuralfor Offshoreprojects.

Job Description

Perform welding and structural inspections during fabrication, assembly, and installation activities

Verify compliance with approved WPS, ITPs, drawings, and project specifications

Monitor and witness NDT activities and ensure proper coordination with NDT contractors

Ensure fabrication activities comply with international codes and standards (AWS D1.1, ASME, EEMUA 158)

Conduct inspections for offshore topside and jacket fabrication, including fit-up, welding, and dimensional checks.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

10+ years total experience, including 5+ years post-CSWIP / AWS

Proven experience in offshore topside & jacket fabrication

CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2Certificates / AWS (mandatory)

Strong knowledge of welding inspection, structural fabrication & NDT coordination

Familiar with offshore codes and standards (AWS D1.1, EEMUA 158, ASME)