Welding & QAQC Specialist

The Welding & QA/QC Specialist I II is responsible for welding coordination quality control and inspection for boiler pressure parts and associated equipment for mostly Categories 4 (mechanical retrofit projects) and 5 (MRO services) service works. This role ensures compliance with international welding and quality standards oversees welding operations at subcontractors and on-site and supports supervisors and welders with technical expertise. The position involves QA/QC inspections certification management and adherence to health safety and environmental (HSE) standards. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Welding Coordination & Quality Assurance:  

• Oversee welding activities before during and after execution to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. 

• Conduct welding procedure qualifications (WPQRs WPS) and review welder certifications. 

• Ensure welder traceability and maintain detailed welding history records. 

• Organize and conduct welding skills tests according to EN ISO 3834-2 and EN ISO 14731. 

• Monitor preheating interpass temperatures post-heating and PWHT where applicable. 

• Perform random spot checks on welding parameters and report deviations. 

• Ensure welding and quality control processes comply with ISO ASME and PED standards. 

• Evaluate NDT results (RT UT MT PT) and ensure proper documentation of volumetric testing. 

• Review and approve ITPs welding reports and quality documentation. 

• Oversee subcontractors welding compliance and conduct regular audits. 

  Technical Support & Process Improvement:  

• Provide on-site technical support to supervisors and welding personnel. 

• Assist design and construction teams with welding-related technical requirements. 

• Support the qualification process for welders and assess subcontractor capabilities. 

• Develop and promote welding best practices and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Collaborate with field services technical services manufacturing and account management teams to align welding processes. 

• Contribute to project execution planning and follow up on deviations and claims. 

• Participate in safety audits toolbox talks and HSE-related training activities. 

Compliance & Reporting:  

• Ensure strict adherence to QHSE standards internal procedures and external regulations. 

• Maintain accurate documentation of welding activities qualifications inspections and testing. 

• Prepare and submit reports on welding performance NDT results non-conformities and corrective actions. 

• Support internal and external audits by providing complete and traceable records. 

• Facilitate clear communication and coordination across departments to ensure full compliance and transparency. 

 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): 

• Percentage of inspections passing first-time acceptance. 

• Measured improvement in defect ratios across projects. 

• Ensuring 100% compliance with welder certifications and documentation deadlines. 

• Evaluation of subcontractors welding and QA performance. 

• Number of successful welding quality/process improvements introduced. 

Qualifications :

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Qualifications & Experiences: 

• Local Welding Certification Inspector or equivalent. 

• 3 years of experience in boiler pressure part welding QA/QC inspections and project supervision. 

• Strong knowledge of NDT techniques (RT UT MT PT) and welding inspection. 

• Experience with international welding & quality standards (ISO 3834-2 EN ISO 14731 ASME IX PED). 

• Experience in working in a matrix organization. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & ERP systems. 

• Fluent in the local language and English another language is a plus. 

Personal Attributes: 

• Strong awareness of QHSE (Quality Health Safety and Environment) management system and commitment to safe work practices. 

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality assurance and compliance. 

• Problem-solving mindset proactive and solution-oriented. 

• Strong communication and leadership skills able to support and guide teams. 

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple inspections/projects simultaneously. 

• Willingness to travel to project sites as required. 

This job description is indicative and not exhaustive. The Employees duties and responsibilities may evolve according to the Companys needs in line with his skills and qualifications. 

Additional Information :

We Offer:

• Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
• Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy
• Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
• Excellent employment conditions
• Attractive working place (central good transport links)
• Modern infrastructure

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to talk or hear sit use hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions:                   

• Primary environment: ambient room temperatures lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Statement regarding individuals with disabilities:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate the physical and mental limitations of an employee or an applicant.  However no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health safety or environmental risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Statement regarding Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer all applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age ancestry color disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status medical condition military or veteran status national origin political affiliation race religious creed sex (includes pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions) and sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance.

Note:   This job description is not intended to fully and completely describe all duties of the position. Other duties not specifically described herein may be required from time-to-time or as required. 

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time