Welding Engineer - Nuclear - Location - Kesurdi

KSB; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

KSB in Pune is seeking a Welding Engineer to design, develop, and supervise welding processes for heavy fabrication, ensuring quality and compliance with industry codes. You will lead procedure development, qualification, and on-floor support while mentoring technicians and coordinating with clients.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis of weld failures, training of welders, and adoption of automated welding technologies to improve productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgy, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–6 years of experience in heavy fabrication, pressure vessels, oil & gas.
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII & IX, AWS D1.1, or API standards.
• CWI certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and qualify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) per ASME, API, or AWS codes.
• Oversee on-floor welding activities, troubleshoot issues, ensure compliance with procedures to maintain production schedules.
• Qualify welders and maintain certification records; provide training to improve technique and safety.
• Conduct root cause analysis on weld failures and implement corrective actions.
• Knowledge of NDT methods (RT, UT, PT, MT) and PWHT; ASNT level II preferred.
• Determine welding methods and filler metals for various alloys including low-alloy and stainless steels.
• Implement automated welding systems (orbital welding, robotics) to boost productivity.

Skills

Welding Engineering

Metallurgy

Mechanical Engineering

ASME IX

CWI certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Role & responsibilities

A Welding Engineer designs, develops, and oversees welding processes, procedures, and systems to ensure the structural integrity, safety, and quality of welded components in manufacturing industries. They utilize metallurgical knowledge to select materials, establish welding techniques, solve technical issues, and ensure compliance with industry codes.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Procedure Development & Qualification:Develop, write, and qualify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) in compliance with ASME, API, or AWS codes.
• Production & Shop Support:Supervise on-floor welding activities, troubleshoot daily issues, and ensure compliance with approved procedures to maintain production schedules.
• Welder Training & Qualification:Qualify welders (WPQR) and maintain certification records; provide training to improve technique, safety, and efficiency.
• Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions:Conduct root cause analysis on weld failures (e.g., cracking, distortion) and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Quality Control (QC) & Inspection:Knowledge of NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) methods (RT, UT, PT, MT) and PWHT (Post-Weld Heat Treatment). ASNT level -II NDT qualified highly preferred.
• Material Selection & Consumables:Determine appropriate welding methods and filler metals for various alloys, including low-alloy steels and stainless steels.
• Automation & Technology:Implement automated welding systems (e.g., orbital welding, robotics) to improve productivity.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education:Bachelors degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgy, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience:4–6 years of experience in heavy fabrication, pressure vessels, oil & gas.
• Codes & Standards: Knowledge of ASME Section VIII & IX, AWS D1.1, or API standards.
• Certifications:Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certifications are highly preferred.
• Technical Skills:Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office (especially Excel) for data tracking.
• Soft Skills:Strong technical writing, communication, and leadership skills to mentor junior technicians and liaise with clients.
• Must be from Pump Industry