Welding QC Inspector (Pipeline)
Posted:
1 October 2026 (10 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
29 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Orbit International Survey Services (Orbit ISS) is an industrial asset integrity engineering management firm based in United Arab Emirates since 2006. We are an ISO 9001:2015 ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 accredited company and have provided asset integrity solutions to high-profile clients throughout the Middle East North America and Asia. Founded on the principles of safety quality and environmental stewardship Orbit ISS is committed to providing world-class services and technology that help our clients address complex challenges in the oil gas marine and renewable energy sectors.
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Role Overview:
Orbit ISS are seeking experienced Welding QC Inspectors who are well versed in API 1104 and other pipeline codes to support our upcoming project pipeline welding procedure qualification (WPQ) this role you will ensure all welding procedures and qualifications strictly adhere to project specifications international codes and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Witness and monitor welding procedure qualification (WPQ) and welder qualification tests.
- Review verify and document welding procedures (WPS PQR) against project requirements.
- Perform visual inspections of welds and monitor pre-heating inter-pass temperatures and post-weld heat treatments.
- Coordinate with third-party testing laboratories for non-destructive (NDT) and destructive testing.
- Maintain accurate inspection records daily reports and quality documentation.
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of related experience.
- Proven track record as a Welding QC Inspector with specific expertise in pipeline projects and welding procedure qualifications.
- Must be well versed in API 1104 ASME B31.4 ASME B31.8 and other relevant pipeline codes and standards.
- Certified Welding Inspector (e.g. AWS-CWI CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 or equivalent).
- Deep understanding of international welding codes and standards (e.g. ASME IX API 1104 BS EN).
- Strong documentation skills for reviewing and approving PQRs and WPSs.
Required Skills:
Welding QC Inspection Pipeline Welding Inspection WPQ / Welder Qualification WPS & PQR Review API 1104 ASME B31.4 / B31.8 ASME Section IX Visual Welding Inspection (VT) NDT Coordination PWHT & Pre-/Interpass Temperature Monitoring Welding Codes & Standards Quality Documentation & Reporting AWS-CWI / CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2