Welding QA/QC Engineer

Welding QA/QC Engineer

Welding Documentation & Procedures

• Prepare, review, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Test Records (WQTR).
• Ensure welding procedures comply with applicable codes/standards (e.g. EN ISO 15614, ASME IX, AWS D1.1).
• Maintain welding logs, registers, and consumable traceability records.
• Prepare and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Compile full QA/QC dossiers, including Manufacturing Data Reports (MDR) and final Quality Dossier packs.
• Coordinate with notified bodies and certification authorities as required.

Welder Qualification & Supervision

• Verify welder qualifications and certifications are valid and aligned with project scope.
• Conduct or witness welder qualification tests.
• Supervise, monitor, and support welders to ensure compliance with WPS.

Inspection & Testing

• Perform pre-weld checks (materials, fit-up, joint preparation, consumables).
• Conduct in-process and post-weld inspections (visual and dimensional).
• Coordinate Non-Destructive Testing (UT, RT, MT, PT) and review reports.
• Witness destructive testing where required.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Implement and monitor ITPs at all stages of fabrication and erection.
• Manage welding consumables, including storage, batch control, and issuance.
• Raise, track, and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Records & Reporting

• Maintain weld maps and traceability for welders, joints, and materials.
• Compile and submit QA/QC documentation packs for client approval.
• Issue daily and weekly welding inspection reports.

Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with site supervisors, fabrication teams, and client inspectors.
• Attend and contribute to QA/QC and site coordination meetings.
• Support internal, client, and third-party audits.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure all welding activities are carried out in line with HSE procedures (permits to work, PPE, fume extraction, fire safety).
• Promote safe working practices