What Jobs are available for Welding Engineer in the United Arab Emirates?

**Job Overview:**
The Principal Welding Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Welding-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Welding Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Welding. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Welding as well as broad knowledge of the Welding discipline within the Engineering function.
Having International Welding Engineer or European Welding Engineer Degree is mandatory.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities:**
+ Guide the Welding Engineering discipline and Metallurgical consultative welding services to the operations group and PMT for onshore & offshore projects
+ Responsible for various deliverables from the Welding Engineering group, listed (but not limited to) below:
+ Project Welding Qualification Execution Plan that defines the full scope of Weld Procedures required, schedule of qualification, and quantity of welding consumables and materials required for qualification
+ Ensure that proper priorities relevant to project schedules are established and review progress
+ Review and approval of all Project Weld Procedures through direct and indirect communications with the customer and Certifying Authority
+ Appropriate selection of electrodes based on their physical, chemical, and corrosion properties as well as considering their weldability and economics
+ Review project schedules, material control reports, and welding consumable estimates to determine changes to the welding execution plan
+ Manage welding school facility for the training and development of the workforce to improve the welding methodology and good workmanship practices
+ Assist in the support and development of automatic welding systems
+ Review and estimates for bids
+ Complete Welding consumable project-specific requirements estimation, requisitioning, and monitoring Forecast of DOE consumables
+ Complete Readiness review for important offshore campaigns
+ Work with Fabrication Management, Yard Welding Dept, Marine Group, and AWS group on future R&D developments and the latest technology available related to welding of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous materials
+ Maintain contact with internal and external technical groups such as Global Welding Group, TWI, DNV, EWI, Welding Equipment and Consumable manufacturers, and similar organizations for updates on the latest technology
+ Assist in resolving Metallurgical, Welding, and Quality-related problems, by investigating causes of failures and prescribing fit-for-purpose
+ Initiate 'Fit for Purpose' evaluations of nonconforming work
+ Evaluate the performance of Welding Engineers reporting directly to them and make decisions regarding their training needs, changes in classification, and compensation
+ Visit the vendor's facility for technical evaluation
+ Ensure input for bidding is given through the Welding Engineering Group
+ Monitor projects during the execution stage
Liaise with Operations Manager (Fabrication / Marine), Discipline Managers, PMT, Customers, Operations /Field Engineers, QC/NDT Engineers, Engineering Group, Certifying Authority, Consulting firms like TWI, DNV, etc., Global Welding Technology Group, Bidding group, and Project Management
**Essential Qualifications and Education:**
+ MS/M Tech/ME in Welding
+ BS /BE/B Tech in Welding/Metallurgy/Mechanical Engineering
+ 8+ years directly related to Welding, Metallurgy and Materials, subsea pipelines
+ C Eng./SenMemWeldI/Member of professional body preferred
+ Welding Inspection Qualification preferred
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Application Reference: (MAC)-
Location: United Arab Emirates
Category: ENGINEERING

• Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced International Welding Engineer (IWE) to support our commitment to excellence in welding engineering, quality, and compliance across diverse industry applications. The IWE will play a critical role in overseeing welding processes, ensuring adherence to international standards, and optimizing production workflows. If you are passionate about advancing welding quality, safety, and efficiency, we invite you to join our team and contribute to projects in sectors such as energy, transportation, and construction.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, assess, and validate welding procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 3834, EN 1090, and ASME IX.
• Oversee and support welders in process execution, offering guidance on best practices and complex techniques to enhance productivity and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, and production teams to ensure alignment in welding requirements and project specifications.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and non-destructive testing (NDT) as needed to verify welding quality and compliance with client and regulatory standards.
• Maintain detailed documentation and records of welding processes, procedures, and inspections for traceability and continuous improvement.

• Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; certification as an International Welding Engineer (IWE) is required.
• Proven experience in welding engineering within industrial manufacturing, ideally with exposure to structural steel and pressure vessel applications.
• In-depth knowledge of welding standards and processes, including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and NDT methods.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with project management in a manufacturing environment, particularly in the energy, rail, or construction sectors.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 3834) and industry-specific codes (AWS D1.1, EN 15085-2).

• Why Join Us?

As a member of our team, you will be at the forefront of innovation in welding engineering, working on projects that demand the highest standards of quality and precision. This role offers you a unique opportunity to lead and develop cutting-edge welding solutions, all while building a career in an organization dedicated to industry leadership and excellence.

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Title:
Senior Welding Engineer - Offshore Project
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KBR is looking for talented individuals to join our PMC team to work on an exciting project as a Senior Welding Engineer for a PMC project to be based in Abu Dhabi in Client Proposed office
Requirements
+ Minimum Overall 15+ years of experience in Oil and Gas`.
+ Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position for international Oil &Gas projects.
+ Strong expertise in all aspects of EPC / Detail Engineering activities specially in Offshore Oil & gas sector.
+ Experience in ADNOC Offshore projects will be an added advantage
+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is a pre- requisite for the role.

Overview

Specialism: Quality Control / Inspection / HSE

The QC Engineer – Welding is responsible for monitoring and inspecting welding activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and quality standards. This includes reviewing welding procedures, inspecting weld joints, and coordinating non-destructive testing (NDT) to detect defects. The engineer works closely with welding teams and supervisors to enforce quality control measures and resolve any issues promptly. Additionally, the QC Engineer maintains detailed inspection records, supports welding procedure qualifications, and participates in audits to verify adherence to safety and quality requirements. Strong technical expertise in welding processes, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential to maintain structural integrity and project standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect welding activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and quality standards.
• Review welding procedures, inspect weld joints, and coordinate non-destructive testing (NDT) to detect defects.
• Enforce quality control measures with welding teams and supervisors and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain detailed inspection records, support welding procedure qualifications, and participate in audits to verify adherence to safety and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with welding teams to maintain structural integrity and project standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding Engineering (or related discipline)
• 5+ years of experience in welding inspection and quality control, preferably in oil & gas or heavy industry
• In-depth knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API 1104, ISO)
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent qualification preferred
• Proficiency in reviewing WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications
• Familiarity with NDT methods and ability to interpret results
• Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance in all welding activities

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