Inspector I Welding QC

International Maritime Industries; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime industry firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled Welding Inspector to conduct inspections for welder qualifications and monitor welding activities. The ideal candidate must possess a diploma in mechanical engineering and valid certifications in welding inspection. Responsibilities include coordinating with technical teams, documenting processes, and ensuring compliance with industry codes. A minimum of 6-9 years in marine engineering industries is required, along with strong documentation skills, to support project efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-9 years of experience in welder qualification for marine engineering.
• Valid certification in welding inspection (CSWIP 3.2/AWS-SCWI or equivalent).
• Experience in marine engineering industries like ship and rig buildings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for qualifications of welders and operators.
• Coordinate with the T&D team and witness qualifications.
• Document deviations and issues during welding activities.

Skills

Welding inspection

Document management

Technical support

Education

Diploma in Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)

ISO 9001:2015 standards

Job description

JOB PURPOSE / OBJECTIVE

Conduct inspections for qualifications of welders and welding operators, witness welding activities. Monitor and document welder qualification and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) processes. Provide technical support to the project team to ensure compliance and efficiency.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Coordinate with T&D team and witness welder and procedure qualifications in compliance with approved WPS and established procedures.
• Verify welder’s identity and that they are scheduled for the correct qualification test.
• Ensure joint design, dimensions, and test coupons are prepared according to code (ASME, AWS, ISO, etc.).
• Document current, voltage, travel speed, preheat, and inter-pass temperatures. Report deviations or issues immediately for corrective action.
• Check weld appearance for defects (cracks, porosity, undercut, incomplete fusion).
• Arrange destructive tests (bend, tensile, impact) or NDT (RT, UT, MT, PT) as required by code.
• Assist in compiling the PQR with all essential variables, test results, and observations. Provide inspection data to help the welding engineer finalize or revise WPS.
• Ensure welder qualification certificates and PQRs are properly filed and traceable to test coupons.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education

• Diploma in Mechanical or equivalent.

Professional Qualifications (Certifications & Accreditations)

• Valid professional qualification in welding inspection (CSWIP 3.2/AWS-SCWI or equivalent schemes).
• ISO 9001:2015 auditor or lead auditor certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 - 9 years’ experience, relating to welder qualification/Procedure qualification of marine engineering industries (Jacket structure, ship & rig - buildings).