PAUT and Welding Inspector

About the role

Astron Group is hiring a PAUT and Welding Inspector in Abu Dhabi. The inspector inspects welding activities and conducts or oversees non-destructive testing (NDT) to ensure compliance with approved procedures, project specifications and quality standards. The role requires expertise in Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), conventional NDT methods and welding inspection.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect welding activities before, during and after welding, checking joint preparation, fit-up, weld parameters and finished weld quality.
• Perform or oversee PAUT Level II inspections in line with approved procedures and standards.
• Conduct and interpret NDT examinations (RT, MT, PT, UT) within certification scope.
• Review welding procedures, WQRs, PQRs and other quality documents; verify inspection reports and NDT results against codes and project requirements.
• Identify defects and non-conformities, recommend corrective actions and verify rectification.
• Maintain welding inspection records, NDT reports and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with welding teams, QA/QC personnel, contractors and client representatives, and ensure compliance with ITPs and safety procedures.

Required profile

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in welding inspection and NDT.
• ASNT Level II certification in RT, MT, PT and UT.
• PAUT Level II certification.
• Valid welding inspection certification: CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of welding inspection procedures, NDT techniques, applicable codes and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding documents, inspection procedures and NDT reports.
• Good reporting, documentation, communication and site coordination skills.