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Vrinda Global
Mechanical Welding & Piping Inspector
Vrinda Global · posted 9 months ago
Saudi Arabia
About the role
Job Title
Mechanical Welding & Piping Inspector
Qualification & Experience
-
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
with a minimum of
4–6 years
of relevant inspection experience
OR - Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 8–10 years of relevant inspection experience
- Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Power or Process Plant projects
Mandatory Certifications
- CSWIP 3.1 / CSWIP 3.2 (Welding Inspector) OR AWS CWI (mandatory)
- ASNT Level II in one or more NDT methods ( RT, UT, MT, PT, VT ) – preferred
- Additional certifications such as API 570 will be an added advantage
Codes, Standards & Technical Knowledge
-
Thorough working knowledge of international codes and standards, including:
- ASME Section V, VIII & IX
- ASME B31.1 / B31.3 / B31.4 / B31.8
- API 1104
- AWS D1.1
- Familiarity with client specifications such as Saudi Aramco SAES, SAMSS & SAEP is preferred
Scope of Inspection
- Welding inspection for carbon steel, stainless steel, low-temperature carbon steel, alloy steel and clad materials
- Inspection of shop & field fabrication, erection and installation of piping, pipelines and related components
- Verification of fit-up, joint configuration, alignment and weld preparation
- Surveillance of welding activities to ensure compliance with approved WPS, PQR and WQT
Key Responsibilities
- Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welder Qualification Tests (WQT)
- Perform visual inspection of welds and piping systems at all stages of fabrication and installation
- Witness and monitor NDT activities , including RT, UT, MT, PT and RTFI interpretation
- Witness and verify PWHT, hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of piping systems
- Inspect incoming materials and verify Material Test Certificates (MTCs) for compliance
- Ensure welding consumables handling, storage, baking and control as per specifications
- Raise and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and ensure implementation of corrective actions
- Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, QA/QC teams and client representatives
- Prepare and review inspection reports, punch lists, test packages and final quality documentation
NDT Knowledge
-
Adequate knowledge of
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
methods, including:
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
- Radiographic Film Interpretation (RTFI)
Industry Preference
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemical
- Refinery
- LNG / Gas Processing Plants
- Large EPC / LSTK / PMC Projects
Reporting & Interface
- Reports to QA/QC Manager / Quality Supervisor
- Interfaces with Client QA/QC, Third-Party Inspectors, EPC Contractors and Subcontractors