QC Welding Inspector

Sisco Jobs; Dammam; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project quality assurance firm located in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a QC Welding Inspector to ensure compliance with welding standards. The role includes inspecting welding activities, coordinating with fabrication teams, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate must have a diploma in Mechanical Engineering, a valid CSWIP 3.1 certification, and 3–7 years of relevant experience in oil & gas or heavy fabrication. Strong knowledge of welding processes and excellent documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CSWIP 3.1 certification is mandatory.
• 3–7 years of experience as a QC Welding Inspector.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes like SMAW and GTAW.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welding activities for compliance with approved WPS and project specifications.
• Verify welder qualifications and ensure certified welders perform the work.
• Monitor storage conditions and traceability of welding consumables.

Skills

Welding codes knowledge

Reading isometric drawings

Documentation skills

NDT coordination

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Dammam, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 19/01/2026

The QC Welding Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all welding activities comply with approved welding procedures, project specifications, international codes, and client quality requirements. The role involves inspection, verification, documentation, and coordination with fabrication and site teams to maintain high standards of welding quality and safety throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect welding activities (fit-up, welding, and post-weld) to ensure compliance with approved WPS, PQR, and project specifications
• Verify welder qualifications and ensure welding is carried out by certified welders
• Monitor welding consumables, storage conditions, and traceability
• Inspect joint preparation, pre-heating, inter-pass temperature, and post-weld heat treatment (PWHT)
• Coordinate and witness NDT activities (RT, UT, MT, PT, VT) and review test results
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards such as ASME, AWS, API, and ISO
• Identify non-conformities, raise NCRs, and support corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain welding inspection records, reports, and quality documentation
• Coordinate with production, fabrication, and QA/QC teams to resolve welding-related issues
• Support client, consultant, and third-party inspections when required
• Ensure adherence to site safety and quality control procedures

Essential Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• CSWIP 3.1 certification (mandatory)
• Minimum 3–7 years of experience as a QC Welding Inspector in oil & gas, petrochemical, power plant, or heavy fabrication projects
• Strong knowledge of welding processes such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and SAW

Skills Required

• Excellent understanding of welding codes and standards (ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, API 1104)
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols
• Hands-on experience with NDT coordination and interpretation
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Good communication and coordination abilities
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Ability to work independently and under project deadlines