Our client is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Technical Welding Engineer to ensure the quality and integrity of welding processes and products by developing, implementing, and maintaining welding standards and procedures in a naval shipyard.

Responsibilities:

Strategic and Functional Responsibilities

• Develop and implement welding procedures and standards
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and codes
• Conduct welding inspections and quality control checks
• Troubleshoot welding issues and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure welding requirements are met
• Continuously improving welding processes and procedures

Leadership Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct welding training for engineering and operation staff
• Manage welding projects and ensure timely completion
• Supervise welding technicians and ensure adherence to standards.
• Prepare reports and documentation on welding activities and findings

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Certified International Welding Engineer.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as weld engineering or a related field.
• Experience in working with Class Societies and with International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) rules and regulation for new build.

Skills

Ideal Candidate Profile

Core Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in the shipbuilding or ship repair industry
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding processes, materials, and equipment
• Proven leadership skills with experience supervising or managing welding teams and projects
• Hands-on proficiency in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and arc welding
• Familiarity with welding standards and codes (e.g., AWS, ASME)
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and control practices
• Effective project management capabilities with the ability to influence and lead teams
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and safety
• Ethical, professional, and confidential approach to work