Pipe Welder

TWI; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,573,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

TWI Ltd is seeking an experienced MIG/MAG Welder to join our Granta Park welding team on a four-day contract basis. You will weld end bungs in thick section carbon steel pipe using automated rollers, following approved welding procedures and maintaining high safety standards on site in Cambridge.

Working four days per week from 07:30 to 16:30, you will use MIG/MAG welding in 1G position, preheating with propane where required and ensuring clean, organized workshop practices in line with COSHH

Qualifications

• Level 2 welding qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience MIG/MAG welding to a high standard.
• Welding carbon steel, including heavy walled pipe and plate materials.
• Adherence to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Experience with 1G position welding of pipe end bungs.
• Understanding propane torch preheating techniques.
• Safe use of hand tools and grinders.
• Commitment to health, safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld end bungs to thick carbon steel pipe using MIG/MAG.
• Operate rotating pipe systems and maintain quality per WPS.
• Keep work area safe, clean and organized in line with COSHH.

Skills

MIG/MAG welding

1G position welding

Carbon steel welding

Welding procedure adherence

Torch preheating techniques

Workshop safety

Independent working

Education

Level 2 welding qualification

Job description

Contract: Contract basis, duration to be confirmed

Hours: 07:30 to 16:30 across the agreed four working days

Contract rate: To be confirmed

Reference number: JR100900

Closing Date: 04 September 2026

About the role

TWI is looking for an experienced MIG/MAG Welder to join our busy welding team on a contract basis, working four days per week at our Granta Park site. The role will focus on welding end bungs to thick section carbon steel pipe in a practical welding and fabrication environment.

You will carry out MIG/MAG welding in the 1G position, with pipes rotated using automated pedal driven rollers. You will follow approved welding procedure specifications, use propane torch preheating where required and work safely with hand and power tools. You will also be expected to maintain a clean, organised and safe working area in line with TWI health and safety requirements, risk assessments and COSHH assessments.

Key Requirements

• Level 2 welding qualification, or equivalent practical experience gained within a welding and fabrication environment.
• Proven experience in MIG/MAG welding to a high standard.
• Experience welding carbon steel, including heavy walled pipe and plate materials.
• Ability to work from and adhere to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Experience carrying out 1G position welding of pipe end bungs using rotating pipe systems.
• Understanding of propane torch pre-heating techniques.
• Competent in the safe use of hand held grinders and other workshop tools and equipment.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and housekeeping standards within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience working within a busy welding and fabrication workshop.
• Ability to supply and maintain your own welding PPE.
• Reliable, self motivated and capable of working independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Available to work on site at TWI's Granta Park facility for four days per week.

To view the role in more depth please use the link below to review the job description

https://www.twi-global.com/pdfs/careers/JR100900-Pipe-Welder-Job-Description.pdf

About TWI

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies. We provide industry with advice and technical know how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced technical teams in an organisation that values innovation, teamwork, expertise and safety.

If you are an experienced welder looking for a four day per week contract assignment at Granta Park, we would welcome your application.

Diversity statement:

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion:

We recognise that it's the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme:

We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a 'Disability Confident Employer'. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

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Contract information

This opportunity is offered on a contract basis. The contract duration and rate will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process.

Working pattern

Four days per week, 07:30 to 16:30, based on site at Granta Park, Cambridge.

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