Welding Engineer

HLE Glascoat Limited; Anand; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial fabrication company is seeking a Welding Engineer to ensure compliance with ASME codes and improve welding quality. The role includes preparing welding procedures, providing technical support, and conducting welder qualification tests. Ideal candidates will have a BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and 3–8 years of experience in the pressure vessel industry. Strong knowledge of NDT processes and welding techniques is a must. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects and enhance welding quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–8 years experience in pressure vessel / heavy fabrication industry.
• Strong knowledge of ASME Sec VIII, Sec IX, and NDT processes.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and qualification of WPS, PQR, and WPQ as per ASME Sec IX.
• Ensure welding activities comply with ASME Sec VIII Div-1 and client specifications.
• Monitor RT & UT repair percentage and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct welder qualification tests (WQT).
• Develop best practices to improve productivity and weld quality.

Skills

Knowledge of SMAW, SAW, GTAW, GMAW processes

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Leadership and team coordination ability

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and WPS

Education

BE / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

CSWIP / CWI certification

Job description

The Welding Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, qualifying, and monitoring welding procedures and ensuring compliance with applicable codes such as ASME Sec VIII Div-1 and IEN SO standards. The role focuses on controlling welding quality, minimizing RT & UT repairs, improving welder performance, and ensuring adherence to WPS and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Welding Procedure & Qualification

• Preparation and qualification of WPS, PQR, and WPQ as per ASME Sec IX & EN ISO 15614-1, EN ISO 9606-1.
• Ensure welding activities comply with ASME Sec VIII Div-1, AD-2000 HP0 client specifications, and approved ITP.
• Review and approval of welding parameters before job execution.
• Control of welding consumables as per WPS and project requirements.
• Provide technical support to fabrication team for shell, dish end, nozzle, and structural welding. Monitor welding parameters (current, voltage, travel speed, heat input).
• Ensure correct selection of welding consumables (SMAW, SAW, GTAW, GMAW).
• Ensure proper joint fit-up and weld preparation before welding.
• Monitor RT & UT repair percentage and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze weld defects and conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Coordinate with NDT team for RT, UT, PT, MT inspections.
• Ensure welder-wise welding data and repair tracking is maintained.
• Conduct welder qualification tests (WQT).
• Maintain welder performance records.
• Identify high-repair welders and arrange retraining.
• Ensure only qualified welders perform welding as per WPS.
• Monitor welding consumable storage (oven control, baking temperature).
• Ensure electrode issue control and traceability.
• Monitor SAW wire & flux condition and handling.
• Ensure calibration of welding machines.
• Maintain welding log, weld map, and traceability records.
• Review drawings for welding requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Implement action plans to reduce RT/UT repair.
• Conduct training for welders and supervisors.
• Develop best practices to improve productivity and weld quality.

Required Qualifications

• BE / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• CSWIP /CWI certification (Advantage).
• Minimum 3–8 years experience in pressure vessel / heavy fabrication industry.
• Strong knowledge of ASME Sec VIII, Sec IX, and NDT processes.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of SMAW, SAW, GTAW, GMAW processes.
• Understanding of weld defects and prevention.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and WPS.
• Experience in RT, UT, PT, MT coordination.
• Knowledge of heat treatment (PWHT).

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team coordination ability.
• Ability to handle shop floor quality issues.