Welding Subject Matter Expert

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welding Subject Matter Expert to provide specialist expertise for major nuclear projects. This role involves reviewing design packages, conducting technical assessments, and ensuring compliance with UK Nuclear standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in welding leadership roles and a strong understanding of various welding processes. Join a dynamic team that values resilience and effective communication, and contribute to the success of critical engineering projects. This opportunity offers a hybrid working arrangement with competitive pay and extensive holiday benefits.

Benefits

36 days holiday

Home based working

Travel to customer site

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in Welding leadership roles within major EPC projects.
• Qualified Welding Inspector with knowledge of UK Nuclear standards.

Responsibilities

• Review design packages and provide specialist expertise to support Suppliers.
• Conduct in-depth technical assessments of Supplier welding activities.

Skills

Welding leadership

Technical assessment

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK Nuclear standards

Resilience in challenging environments

Education

HNC/HND in relevant discipline

Relevant professional Accreditation

Diploma in Welding

Job description

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Posted:

11.04.2025

Expiry Date:

26.05.2025

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Job Description

Location: Home based with travel to customer site required and hybrid working arrangements available.

Up to £420.00pd PAYE (+36 days holiday) or Up to £515.00pd via approved Umbrella.

Initial CED 31/12/2024.

Welding Subject Matter Expert:

About the Opportunity

• The Bulk Inspection Services team provides a document and in-house surveillance service for the supply of large volume bulk materials and complex engineering equipment for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC) Nuclear New Build projects.
• A Welding Subject Matter Expert is required to work closely with Contractors and Engineering teams to review design packages prior to the start of manufacture and to provide specialist expertise to support Suppliers in meeting the requirements of the Technical Specifications.
• There is a requirement to assist the implementation of HPC & SZC project sourcing strategies by conducting in-depth technical assessments of Supplier welding activities to confirm capabilities and identify any gaps that may require further Welding specialist support.
• The Welding SME will also perform routine witnessing and surveillance of Supplier welding arrangements during manufacture prior to product release.
• The SME is the go-to person for all welding related matters and provides support to the wider team on complex technical issues.

Here's What You'll Need

• Minimum of HNC/HND and Apprenticeship in relevant discipline (or equivalent).
• Relevant professional Accreditation (CEng/IEng or EngTech with Engineering Council etc.).
• Diploma in Welding - Technologist / Engineer (or working towards).
• Qualified Welding Inspector - e.g., CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 or PCN 2 / 3.
• 5-10 years' experience in Welding leadership roles within a major EPC project, preferably nuclear.
• Knowledge of working to UK and international standards and codes of practice for the UK Nuclear sector including RCC-M.
• Extensive experience within a welding environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of all welding processes and plant required to be applied in the Nuclear environment on the HPC project, i.e., manual, semi-automated, automated, robotic and autogenous systems.
• Familiar with WPQRs over a wide range of materials.
• Be able to communicate well with internal and external stakeholders and develop professional relationships with suppliers.
• Demonstrate resilience in a challenging environment.