Welding Inspector

Bilfinger Berger SE; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering provider in Bristol is inviting applications for the Welding Coordinator position. The successful candidate will support the Senior Welding Engineer with various responsibilities including coordinating welding procedures, assessing equipment suitability, and performing technical reviews to comply with ISO standards. Candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in ISO 14731 standards.
• Proficiency in coordination of welding procedures.
• Ability to support technical reviews and repair investigations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate WPQRs and welding data packages.
• Review and accept filler metal certificates.
• Assess welding equipment and prepare repair methodologies.

Job description

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across various markets including chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. We focus on enhancing asset efficiency, ensuring high availability, and reducing maintenance costs.

With extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities, we specialize in asset management services throughout all lifecycle phases—from consulting and engineering to manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

This commitment is delivered by an experienced workforce of over 4,500 employees across 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality.

Welding Coordinator Role

The Welding Coordinator supports the Senior Welding Engineer in delivering tasks related to ISO 14731 standards. Responsibilities include:

1. Coordination of WPQRs, including procurement, machining, technique development, PWHT, and mechanical testing.
2. Assisting in the compilation of pWPSs and welding data packages.
3. Supporting technical reviews and repair investigations.
4. Reviewing and accepting filler metal certificates.
5. Developing welding process procedures and reviewing subcontractor procedures.
6. Assessing welding equipment suitability and preparing weld repair methodologies.
7. Researching and implementing new welding technologies and processes.
8. Providing technical input to the welding team.
9. Coordinating production test coupons and welder qualifications, including site tests and management of qualification certificates.
10. Evaluating materials and solving design or work pack issues.
11. Performing additional duties as assigned by the Senior Welding Engineer.
12. Preparing weld cards.

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.