Welding Engineer: Pipeline Codes, Field & Shop

Crcevans; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CRC-Evans is seeking a Welding Engineer to support onshore welding operations by developing and qualifying welding procedures and welder qualifications, and by providing field support for mechanized and manual pipeline welding.

The role offers hands-on exposure to shop and field environments, with opportunities to deepen knowledge of welding codes, metallurgy, and documentation. Collaboration with senior engineers and QC/ND T personnel is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0–5 years of experience in welding engineering, pipeline construction, fabrication, or a related field; internship or co-op experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of welding codes such as API 1104, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, or CSA Z662.
• AWS CWI certification, or progress toward it, is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development and qualification of welding procedures (WPS/PQR) for mechanized, semi-automatic, and manual processes in accordance with API 1104, ASME Section IX, and client specifications.
• Assists with welding trials, procedure qualifications, and welder qualification testing (WPQ) in the shop.
• Coordinates mechanical testing and reviews test results with senior engineers.
• Prepares and maintains welding documentation, including WPS, PQR, WPQ records, test reports, and procedure data sheets.
• Travels to project sites as required to support procedure implementation, welder qualifications, and troubleshooting of weld quality issues.
• Works with QC and NDT personnel to review inspection results and support resolution of weld defects and repairs.
• Assists with welding research and development projects, including data collection, testing, and reporting.
• Provides technical support to field service technicians and operations teams on welding processes and procedure requirements.
• Develops working knowledge of welding codes, standards, and CRC-Evans mechanized welding systems.
• Maintains the confidentiality of proprietary procedures, manuals, and engineering documentation.
• All other duties as required.

Skills

Welding practices

Welding metallurgy

Technical writing

Documentation skills

MS Office

Education

BSc in Welding Eng

Job description

CRC-Evans is seeking a Welding Engineer to support onshore welding operations by developing and qualifying welding procedures and welder qualifications, and by providing field support for mechanized and manual pipeline welding.

The role offers hands-on exposure to shop and field environments, with opportunities to deepen knowledge of welding codes, metallurgy, and documentation. Collaboration with senior engineers and QC/ND T personnel is essential.