PIPE WELDER (TIG & ARC) – CS/SS/COPPER NICKEL PIPE

Pipe Welder

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is focused on GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick) welding for stainless steel, carbon steel, and copper-nickel pipe systems. The position involves precision welding in new ship and submarine construction settings, producing high-integrity welds for naval piping systems while meeting the requirements of ASME B31.1, IACS, and MIL-STD.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

 • Completing welding work in line with piping isometrics and project specifications.

• Verifying that welds comply with ASME Section IX and satisfy NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) and or IACS requirements.

• Conducting visual inspections (VT) and performing dye penetrant tests (PT) on completed welds.

• Regulating purge gas flow for stainless steel welds to maintain welding quality.

• Following WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications) and PQR (Procedure Qualification Records) exactly as required.

• Identifying and reporting defects to QC Inspectors and supporting corrective actions.

• Working with Pipe Fitters and Test Engineers to support joint preparation and alignment.

• Sharing best practices aimed at minimizing defects in root passes.

• Achieving daily welding completion targets while maintaining required quality standards.

• Maintaining weld maps, consumables logs, and repair reports to ensure full traceability.

• Carrying out repairs for weld defects.

• Recycling tungsten electrodes and shielding gas cylinders in accordance with environmental guidelines.

• Using weld data logging systems at a basic level to monitor and report as needed.

• Demonstrating basic knowledge of RT (Radiographic Testing) and UT (Ultrasonic Testing) for weld inspection.

Skills:

 • Diagnose and resolve weld defects within tight timeframes.

 • Strong capability in UV protection and ventilation when welding.

 • A collaborative, team-first approach to support joint project delivery.

Key Competencies:

 • Strong dedication to welding quality and full regulatory compliance.

 • Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

 • Commitment to safety procedures and proper PPE usage.

 • Demonstrated team leadership and mentorship capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

We are seeking:

 • Diploma in a related field.

 • Valid pipe welding tickets issued under any IACS classification society or AWS.

 • At least 5 years of experience in marine pipe welding.

 • Experience with IACS classification society standards and inspection requirements.

 • Hands-on experience in new ship and submarine construction.

 • Qualification and mastery in 6G welding positions and orbital welding techniques.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Indirect knowledge of Hydrotesting and NDE (Non-Destructive Examination)