Company Description ICMS Group - International Construction & Manufacturing Services is a leading Saudi multi-disciplinary industrial contracting company serving the oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, and other major industrial sectors in Saudi Arabia. With over 19 years of experience and more than 10,000 dedicated employees, ICMS provides construction, operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement, and industrial services through centralized operations in Saudi Arabia. The company has built a strong market presence by delivering quick, specialized solutions and maintaining a diverse portfolio of projects for prestigious clients. ICMS is certified to ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001:2015, reflecting its commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and quality. Services are delivered with integrity, ethical business practices, and a focus on long-term partnerships and customer satisfaction.
Position Summary We are seeking highly skilled and certified 6G Pipe Welders with specialized expertise in welding high-alloy corrosion-resistant alloys, specifically Stainless Steel (SS), Duplex (DSS), and Super Duplex Stainless Steel (SDSS). The candidate must possess exceptional arc control and complete mastery of the 6G (fixed 45-degree angle) position to meet demanding non-destructive testing (NDT) standards (X-Ray/Radiographic testing).
Key Responsibilities & Duties High-Alloy Specialist Welding: Perform high-quality root-to-cap welding on pipes and components in the 6G position using GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick) processes, ensuring zero defects under radiographic inspection. Metallurgical & Heat Control: Strictly manage heat inputs and interpass temperatures (keeping Duplex below 120°C and Super Duplex below 100°C) to maintain correct phase balance between austenite and ferrite, preventing microstructural embrittlement. Purging Management: Set up and maintain rigorous back-purging systems using High-Purity Argon or special gas mixtures to prevent root oxidation ("sugar-ing") during the welding of SS and Duplex systems. Joint Configuration & Assembly: Utilize the keyhole technique, handling wide joint preparations, precise root lands, and specific root gaps (2 to 4 mm) required to accommodate sluggish high-alloy molten puddles. WPS Compliance: Read, interpret, and execute jobs strictly following approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), isometric drawings, and specific material codes (such as ASME Section IX / AWS). Contamination Prevention: Maintain dedicated toolsets (stainless-only grinding disks and wire brushes) to completely avoid carbon steel cross-contamination on critical alloys.
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Certifications & Education Mandatory: Active or verifiable previous 6G performance qualification record (WPQR) specifically for Stainless Steel, Duplex, or Super Duplex materials. Education: Technical School Certificate, ITI Diploma in Welding Trades, or equivalent vocational training.
Experience Minimum 5 to 8 years of heavy industrial pipe welding experience, with at least 3 consecutive years focused directly on Stainless Steel and Duplex alloys in high-pressure oil/gas or refinery environments.
Technical Expertise & Skills Flawless execution of GTAW (TIG) for root/hot passes and SMAW (Stick) or GTAW for fill/cap runs on alloy materials. Deep understanding of high-alloy filler wires (e.g., using ER2209 for Duplex and ER2594 for Super Duplex). Competence in working inside tight tie-in locations, pipe racks, and localized environments while holding stable arc lengths. Functional understanding of basic English to comprehend verbal supervisor instructions and read technical project documents.