Senior PAUT & Welding Inspector | NDT Expert

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

Job summary

Astron Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly skilled PAUT & Welding Inspector to oversee welding inspections and NDT activities on project sites, ensuring compliance with approved procedures and project quality standards.

You will verify joint preparation, fit-up, weld parameters and finished weld quality, perform PAUT Level II inspections, review WQRs/PQRs, and coordinate with QA/QC teams to resolve issues while maintaining detailed inspection records and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of welding inspection and NDT experience.
• ASNT Level II in RT/MT/PT/UT.
• PAUT Level II certification.
• Valid CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI.
• Ability to interpret drawings and NDT reports.
• Strong reporting and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welding activities for compliance with procedures and quality standards.
• Conduct weld inspections before, during, and after welding.
• Perform PAUT Level II inspections per procedures and standards.
• Review WQRs, PQRs, and other quality documents.
• Verify inspection reports and acceptance criteria against codes.
• Identify defects, recommend 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 Testing

NDT Methods

Inspection Coordination

Documentation

Education

Diploma/Bachelor Mechanical Engineering

ASNT Level II Certification

PAUT Level II Certification

CSWIP 3.1 or CWI

Tools

ASNT RT equipment

Welding inspection equipment

Job description

Astron Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly skilled PAUT & Welding Inspector to oversee welding inspections and NDT activities on project sites, ensuring compliance with approved procedures and project quality standards.

You will verify joint preparation, fit-up, weld parameters and finished weld quality, perform PAUT Level II inspections, review WQRs/PQRs, and coordinate with QA/QC teams to resolve issues while maintaining detailed inspection records and safety compliance.