NWP Welding Engineer at IOTA GROUP

Basra, Al-Basra Governorate, Iraq -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Welding Engineering, WPS Review, PQR Approval, API 1104, ASME Standards, DNV Standards, Field Supervision, NDE Coordination, Quality Control, Pipeline Welding, Structural Welding, Stakeholder Management, Technical Query Resolution, HSE Compliance, Welding Traceability, EPC Project Management

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Company Description Our client is developing AGUP Phase 2, a major upstream oil and gas project in southern Iraq as part of the Gas Growth Integrated Project (GGIP). The development includes approximately 221 wells, a new Central Processing Facility (CPF), and associated pipeline, flowline, piping, and structural infrastructure to support production of up to 210 kbopd. The project is being executed to international standards with a strong focus on quality, HSE excellence, and long-term asset integrity. Job Description Ensure all welding activities are performed in compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, applicable codes, and company requirements. Review and approve WPSs, PQRs, and welder qualification records. Monitor field welding activities, including fit-up, welding parameters, consumables, heat input, and workmanship. Coordinate with Construction, QC, NDE, Contractors, and Vendors to ensure quality execution of welding activities. Support welding qualification, testing, inspection, and audit activities at fabrication yards and construction sites. Review and assist in the resolution of Technical Queries (TQs), Deviation Requests (DRs), and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs). Assess contractor welding performance and identify opportunities for quality and productivity improvements. Ensure welding traceability, documentation, and records are maintained for project quality dossiers. Promote HSE compliance and safe welding practices across all work fronts. Provide regular reporting on welding performance, issues, and risks to project management. Qualifications Engineering degree in a relevant discipline or International Welding Engineer (IWE/IIW) qualification. Minimum 20 years of Oil & Gas project experience. Minimum 10 years in a Welding Engineer or similar role. Strong knowledge of API 1104, ASME, DNV, and other relevant welding standards. Proven experience with welding procedures, qualifications, and field supervision activities. Solid understanding of pipeline, flowline, piping, and structural welding. Experience working on large-scale EPC or construction projects in the Oil & Gas industry. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Fluent English communication skills; Arabic language skills are advantageous. Willingness to work on a 4x4 rotational assignment in Iraq Additional Information Location: Iraq Start Date: August 2026 Duration: 2 years renewable Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Responsibilities

Ensure all welding activities comply with project specifications, codes, and company requirements through the review of WPSs and PQRs. Monitor field execution, coordinate with QC and NDE teams, and maintain detailed quality documentation for project dossiers.