Bilfinger UK are looking for a Welding Engineer to join us at Hinkley point C on a permanent staff basis. This role will be based on site Monday to Friday 40 hours a week 

Welding Engineering & Technical Support 

• Provide technical oversight for all welding activities related to pipework installation. 

• Ensure welding operations are performed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and project requirements. 

• Provide technical guidance to welding supervisors, inspectors, and site teams. 

• Support the resolution of welding-related technical issues during construction. 

• Review and interpret technical drawings, weld maps, and welding requirements. 

• Attend training & education events including seminar to understand the latest developments in welding to apply to the project 

• Completes any other duties as assigned by the Senior Welding Engineer 

Welding Procedure Development & Qualification 

• Support the development, review, and approval of welding procedures (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR). 

• Test pieces procurement & machining, technique development, PWHT & Mechanical testing 

• Ensure welding procedures meet applicable codes, standards, and project specifications. 

• Coordinate welding procedure qualification testing where required. 

• Maintain records of approved welding procedures and ensure they are correctly implemented on site. 

• Implementing new technology/welding processes to aid in improving production 

Quality Assurance & Weld Control 

• Ensure welding activities comply with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and project quality requirements. 

• Monitor weld quality performance including weld rejection rates and defect trends. 

• Support the investigation and resolution of welding defects and non-conformances. 

• Work closely with QA/QC inspectors to ensure proper inspection and testing of welds. 

• Supporting production to resolve welding issues 

• Performance of weld investigations 

Materials & Metallurgy Control 

• Ensure correct welding consumables and materials are used in accordance with approved procedures. 

• Provide technical advice regarding material compatibility, preheat requirements, and heat treatment where applicable. 

• Support control of welding consumables including storage, handling, and traceability. 

• Involved in the evaluation of materials and problem-solving techniques to overcome issues with the design drawings or work pack requirements 

Construction & Installation Support 

• Provide welding engineering support to construction teams during installation activities. 

• Ensure welding operations are effectively integrated with construction sequencing and site operations. 

• Assist site in resolving technical installation issues related to welding. 

• Overseeing the machinery used by the welding team including calibration, testing the performance and condition of installed mechanical equipment. 

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance 

• Promote safe welding practices in accordance with project health and safety procedures. 

• Ensure compliance with site safety standards including hot work requirements and permit systems. 

• Participate in safety briefings, inspections, and incident investigations where required. 

Performance Monitoring & Reporting 

• Monitor welding productivity and performance metrics. 

• Analyse welding data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. 

• Provide technical input into project progress reports. 

• Maintain records relating to welding performance, inspection results, and defect analysis. 

Stakeholder & Interface Management 

• Work closely with construction supervisors, QA/QC inspectors, planners, and logistics teams. 

• Liaise with client representatives and third-party inspectors regarding welding activities and compliance. 

• Support coordination between engineering, construction, and quality teams. 

2.  Key Deliverables 

• Compliance of welding activities with approved procedures and project standards. 

• Preparation of technical welding engineering documentation 

• Effective resolution of welding technical issues. 

• Support for mechanical completion and system handover. 

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 

• Weld rejection and defect rates. 

• Compliance with welding procedures and inspection requirements. 

• Timely completion of welding documentation and traceability records. 

• Contribution to programme milestones and installation progress.