Defence Welding Engineering Technician

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Bristol is seeking a Welding Engineering Technician to deliver precision engineering for mission-critical defence projects. The role requires expertise in welding and fabrication, with responsibilities including supporting tender reviews, coordinating testing, and maintaining welder qualifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural welding and knowledge of relevant tools. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading option

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Good development opportunities

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or proven experience in fabrication and welding.
• Experience with structural welding.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support tender reviews and implement test programmes.
• Coordinate non-destructive testing and mechanical testing.
• Conduct planned welding surveillance before, during, and after welding.
• Maintain welder qualifications and train/qualify subcontract welders.
• Review and authorise welding consumable certification.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Structural welding experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

HNC in welding/fabrication

CSWIP 3.1

TWI Diploma

Job description

A leading engineering company in Bristol is seeking a Welding Engineering Technician to deliver precision engineering for mission-critical defence projects. The role requires expertise in welding and fabrication, with responsibilities including supporting tender reviews, coordinating testing, and maintaining welder qualifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural welding and knowledge of relevant tools. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.