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Arbeitgeber: PCT Engineering Resources GmbH

WELDING ENGINEER / PIPING SUPERVISOR

Freelance or employe LNG Project – Hamburg, Germany – 2 Years



PCT Engineering Resources GmbH is looking for an experienced Welding Engineer / Piping Supervisor for a major LNG construction project in the Hamburg area, Germany.



This position will complement the project’s NDT Level 3 function, combining welding engineering support with site supervision of piping fabrication, installation and testing.



The preferred contractual arrangement is freelance, with an expected project duration of approximately two years.



Main responsibilities:



- Supervise piping fabrication, erection and welding activities on site.

- Ensure compliance with approved drawings, isometrics, specifications, codes and Inspection and Test Plans.

- Review welding documentation, including WPS, PQR/WPQR and welder qualifications.

- Verify welding consumables, materials, traceability, fit-up, preheating, interpass temperatures and PWHT requirements.

- Coordinate weld inspection and NDT activities with the NDT Level 3, QA/QC team and inspection contractors.

- Monitor welding production, repair rates, weld rejection trends and corrective actions.

- Review weld maps, welding logs, NDT reports and mechanical completion records.

- Supervise piping installation, supports, alignment, flange management and bolted connections.

- Verify system cleanliness, reinstatement and readiness for pressure testing.

- Support hydrostatic and pneumatic testing, flushing, blowing and system handover.

- Identify construction deviations, non-conformities and technical problems.

- Coordinate with contractors, engineering, construction, QA/QC, client and third-party inspectors.

- Participate in site meetings, inspections, audits, walkdowns and punch-list activities.

- Prepare progress and technical reports.



Mandatory requirements:



- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering or a comparable technical discipline.

- Extensive experience in industrial piping construction and welding supervision.

- Strong knowledge of welding processes, materials and welding quality requirements.

- Experience reviewing WPS, PQR/WPQR and welder qualifications.

- Experience with piping systems, pressure equipment and mechanical completion.

- Good knowledge of applicable EN, ISO and ASME codes.

- Professional working English.

- Availability to work predominantly on site in the Hamburg area.



Preferred qualifications:



- International Welding Engineer – IWE – or equivalent qualification.

- CSWIP 3.1/3.2, AWS CWI, IWI-C or equivalent welding inspection certification.

- Experience in LNG, Oil & Gas, petrochemical or energy projects.

- Experience with stainless steel, carbon steel and cryogenic piping.

- Knowledge of EN ISO 15614, EN ISO 9606, EN ISO 3834, EN 13480, ASME B31.3 and ASME Section IX.

- Experience with PED requirements.

- Knowledge of PWHT, hardness testing and weld repair management.

- NDT Level 2 or Level 3 certification would be an advantage.

- Previous experience working on European construction projects.

- German language skills.

- EU work authorisation.



Contract conditions:



- Location: Hamburg area, Germany.

- Sector: LNG / Oil & Gas.

- Duration: approximately two years.

- Contract type: freelance preferred; other arrangements may be considered.

- Work arrangement: predominantly site-based.

- Starting date: to be agreed.



Interested candidates should send:



- Updated CV.

- Copies of engineering, welding and inspection certificates.

- Current location and work authorisation.

- Earliest availability.

- Expected freelance daily or hourly rate.

- References from relevant LNG, Oil & Gas, piping or industrial projects.



Subject: Welding Engineer / Piping Supervisor – Hamburg LNG Project