Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.
Bilfinger UK is 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 seminars to understand the latest developments in welding to apply to the project.
* Complete 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).
* Procure and machine test pieces, develop technique, perform PWHT and 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.
* Implement new technology/welding processes to improve 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.
* Support production to resolve welding issues.
* Perform 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.
* Evaluate materials and problem‑solve techniques to overcome issues with 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 the site in resolving technical installation issues related to welding.
* Oversee machinery used by the welding team, including calibration and 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.
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.
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.
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