Job Description

Designation: Welding Inspector Level 2

Job Overview:

Ensuring welding quality, compliance, and safety during fabrication, construction, and repair works in ship building & repairs

Qualification / Certification

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering. Certified

CSWIP 3.1 / AWS-CWI / ISO 9712 Level 2 (VT, MT, PT, etc.)

. 3-5 years of experience in fabrication, shipyard, or oil & gas projects is typically required.

Location: Tuticorin, India

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspection and Quality Control

Perform visual inspection of welds before, during, and after welding to ensure compliance with applicable codes (e.g., ASME, AWS, ISO, IS standards). Verify joint preparation, fit-up, alignment, and cleanliness before welding. Inspect completed welds for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercut, lack of fusion, etc.

2. Review and Verification

Review

Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)

,

Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)

, and

Welder Qualification Test Records (WQT)

. Ensure that only approved WPS and qualified welders are used for production welding. Verify base materials, filler materials, and consumables against project specifications.

3. Testing Coordination

Coordinate

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

such as RT, UT, MT, PT, or VT as per project requirements. Interpret NDT results and ensure proper documentation of findings. Witness mechanical tests (e.g., bend, tensile, impact tests) during procedure and welder qualifications.

4. Monitoring of Welding Activities

Ensure proper welding parameters (current, voltage, travel speed, etc.) are maintained as per WPS. Supervise repair and re-welding operations and verify corrective actions.

5. Documentation and Reporting

Maintain detailed inspection records, weld maps, and traceability logs. Prepare inspection reports, daily welding progress, and weld rejection reports. Verify completion of all quality control documentation before final handover.

6. Compliance and Safety

Ensure welding and inspection activities comply with project specifications, codes, and client requirements. Ensure adherence to safety regulations during welding and inspection operations. Report non-conformances and recommend corrective/preventive actions.

7. Liaison and Coordination

Coordinate with production, QA/QC, client representatives, and third-party inspectors. Participate in site audits and client inspections. Provide technical support to welders and supervisors on quality-related issues.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Experience:

total work: 8 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person