QC Welding Inspector

Expertise: Welding inspection, quality control, compliance with international standards.

Job Description

• Conduct inspection before, during, and after welding activities for piping, pressure vessels, structures, and other components.
• Verify bevel preparation, including root gap, bevel angle, root face, and joint cleanliness
• Ensure approval of welding procedures (WPS), welder qualifications (WQT), consumables, and calibration certifications
• Verify preheat and back purging requirements
• Confirm size and type of electrodes used as per WPS (Welding Procedure Specification)
• Assess weather conditions, ensure proper weld area coverage, and monitor interpass temperature
• Perform visual inspection in accordance with code and specification requirements
• Offer completed weld joints for NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) and monitor NDT requirements
• Check PWHT (Post Weld Heat Treatment) and hardness requirements as per service and code specifications
• Identify defects, ensure repairs, and conduct re-NDT for acceptance
• Apply knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, ASME IX, ASME IIA/B/C, and API 1104
• Raise RFI (Request for Inspection) to the client as per ITP (Inspection Test Plan) and coordinate inspections

Min 7+ years of experience
Oil & gas (or) Refinery Construction project experience
CSWIP 3.1 & NDT Level 2