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Mechanical Inspector

Astron Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Mid-Senior
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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector with a strong background in welding inspection, quality control, and non-destructive testing (NDT).

The candidate will be responsible for inspecting welding activities, verifying compliance with approved procedures and project specifications, coordinating NDT activities, and ensuring that mechanical fabrication and installation work meets applicable quality standards.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Conduct mechanical and welding inspections during fabrication, installation, and construction activities.
  • Perform visual inspections of welds and verify weld quality against approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
  • Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and welder qualification certificates.
  • Coordinate and monitor NDT activities, including Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
  • Review NDT reports and verify inspection results against specified acceptance criteria.
  • Inspect materials, welding consumables, joint preparation, fit-up, and completed welds.
  • Identify welding defects, non-conformities, and deviations; coordinate corrective actions with the relevant teams.
  • Maintain inspection reports, quality records, checklists, and other required documentation.
  • Coordinate with QA/QC teams, welding personnel, contractors, and client representatives to resolve inspection-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with project quality requirements, approved procedures, safety standards, and applicable industry codes.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 8–10 years of relevant work experience, particularly in welding and mechanical inspection.
  • ASNT Level II certification in RT, MT, PT, and UT.
  • Valid CSWIP 3.1 or AWS Welding Inspector certification.
  • Strong knowledge of welding inspection procedures, welding defects, NDT methods, and quality documentation.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, technical specifications, and inspection procedures.
  • Good communication, reporting, and coordination skills.
  • Valid UAE/GCC driving license.

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