Cladding Welder/ Cladding operator

Critical Skills & Personal Attributes:

• Experience in reputed manufacturing industry in Oil & Gas, Heavy Fabrication, Heavy Machining and Sheet metal Industry.
• Familiar with general engineering, assembly drawings of process equipment’s, customer specifications, WPS, WPQ, PQR, NDE, Destructive Testing, Welding defects, welding process, PWHT, Grinding, weld preparation, HSE, PPE etc.

Main responsibility :

1. Welding Operations:

• Perform GTAW (TIG) welding on pressure vessels, pipes, and subsea components with precision.
• Have experience in 6G, 5G, 3G position.
• Carry out Inconel cladding operations for corrosion-resistant overlays on critical components.
• Execute cladding operations on pressure vessels using GTAW techniques to meet industry standards. Operate automated and manual cladding systems for overlay welding applications.
• Follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs).

2. Quality Control & Inspection:

• Ensure compliance with ASME Section IX, API and other welding codes.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of welds to verify quality standards.
• Assist in non-destructive testing (NDT), including radiographic (X-ray), ultrasonic, PT, and MT inspections.
• Monitor weld parameters such as heat input, interpass temperature, and bead consistency.
• Ensure proper

  fusion, penetration, and weld integrity

  per specifications.
• Conduct

  visual inspection

  of welds to identify defects such as cracks, porosity, and lack of fusion

3. Blueprint Interpretation & Documentation:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and fabrication schematics.
• Ensure proper fit-up, joint preparation, and weld sequencing for pressure-retaining components.
• Maintain welding logs and documentation per project and client requirements.

4. Equipment Handling & Safety Compliance:

• Set up and operate TIG welding machines, gas flow regulators, and purging systems.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE guidelines for welding operations.
• Handle welding gases such as argon and helium for purging and shielding.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.

5. Process Optimization & Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with production engineers and quality control teams to optimize welding processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Train and mentor junior welders to maintain company standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Technical diploma in welding preferred).
• Certified Welder (ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, API 1104) – preferred.
• Additional welding certifications in Inconel cladding and pressure vessel fabrication are a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in GTAW (TIG) welding on pressure vessels, pipes, and subsea products.
• Proven expertise in inconel cladding and overlay welding techniques.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, welding defects, and material properties.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work with tight tolerances and complex welding specifications.
• Familiarity with automated and semi-automated cladding equipment.
• Strong knowledge of NDT processes and quality control standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.