Welding Engineer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,800
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2122 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,800, and NRL is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Location: Woking,
Contract Type: Contract / Permanent (as applicable)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Aramco-approved Welding Engineer to join our team and support major oil & gas and energy projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, validating, and approving welding documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and Saudi Aramco requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, validate, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
- Assess and approve Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs) and welding qualifications.
- Review Welder Qualification Test Records (WQTRs) and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
- Verify welding documentation in accordance with project requirements, client specifications, and industry codes.
- Ensure all welding activities comply with Saudi Aramco standards, ASME, API, AWS, and other relevant international codes.
- Provide technical guidance and support on welding processes, materials, and inspection requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality, and construction teams to resolve welding-related issues.
- Support audits, inspections, and client reviews as required.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Saudi Aramco approved/certified Welding Engineer status is essential.
- Degree qualified in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Welding Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience working on EPC projects within the oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors.
- Strong knowledge of welding procedures, qualifications, fabrication, and quality control processes.
- Detailed understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including ASME, API, AWS, and Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards.
- Previous experience on Saudi Aramco projects.
- Experience supporting major brownfield or greenfield oil & gas developments.
- Familiarity with quality management systems and welding inspection practices.
- Welding Engineering
- WPS / PQR Review & Approval
- Welder Qualification Assessment
- Saudi Aramco Standards
- ASME / API / AWS Codes
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Technical Documentation Review
- EPC Project Delivery
- Contract or Permanent
- This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Welding Engineer to contribute to high-profile energy projects while ensuring the highest standards of welding quality, safety, and compliance.
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2122 going rate of £46,800. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.