International Welding Engineer (IWE)

Role & responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain welding procedures in accordance with ISO, AWS, ASME, EN, and ISO 3834 requirements. Prepare, review, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welding Procedure Qualification Records (WPQR). Qualify welders and welding operators in accordance with applicable international standards. Ensure compliance with ISO 3834, and customer-specific welding requirements. Review engineering drawings and recommend suitable welding processes and consumables. Optimize welding parameters to improve productivity, reduce defects, and enhance weld quality. Coordinate Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities including VT, PT, MT, UT, and RT as required. Support new product development by defining welding methods and manufacturing feasibility. Monitor welding quality KPIs, rejection rates, repair rates, and process capability. Lead welding audits conducted by customers, certification bodies, and third-party agencies. Conduct welding training programs and competency development for welders and supervisors. Evaluate and approve welding consumables, equipment, and fixtures. Work closely with Design, Production, Quality, SCM, and Customer Support teams to achieve quality and delivery objectives. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements related to welding operations. Preferred candidate profile Education BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or equivalent. International Welding Engineer (IWE) Certification from an IIW-authorized training body is mandatory . Additional certifications in Welding Inspection (CSWIP, AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, etc.) will be an added advantage. Experience 615 years of experience in welding engineering within manufacturing industries. Hands-on experience in fabrication and welding of hydraulic cylinders, pressure vessels, heavy engineering equipment, or structural components. Experience with robotic welding, MIG/MAG, TIG, SAW, and FCAW processes is preferred. Exposure to OEM customer requirements and international quality standards. Essential Skills International Welding Standards (ISO, EN, AWS, ASME) ISO 3834 Implementation WPS, PQR, WPQR & Welder Qualification Welding Process Development & Validation Welding Metallurgy Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving Welding Quality Assurance NDT Coordination Manufacturing Process Improvement Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Team Training & Technical Guidance Strong Communication and Documentation Skills Preferred Industry Background Candidates from the following industries will be preferred: Hydraulic Cylinders & Hydraulic Systems Construction Equipment Earthmoving Equipment Heavy Engineering Pressure Vessel Manufacturing Oil & Gas Equipment Material Handling Equipment Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Automotive Components Fabrication & Welding Industry