PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Welding Engineer supports CRC-Evans Onshore Americas welding operations through procedure development, qualification testing, and field support. Working under the guidance of the Welding Engineering Manager and senior engineers, the role assists with welding procedure and welder qualifications, mechanical testing, documentation, and technical support for mechanized and manual pipeline welding. The position offers hands-on exposure to both shop and field environments, with the opportunity to build technical depth in pipeline welding codes, processes, and metallurgy.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and the applicant will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
Roles and responsibilities
- Supports the development and qualification of welding procedures (WPS/PQR) for mechanized, semi-automatic, and manual processes in accordance with API 1104, ASME Section IX, and client specifications.
- Assists with welding trials, procedure qualifications, and welder qualification testing (WPQ) in the shop.
- Coordinates mechanical testing and reviews test results with senior engineers.
- Prepares and maintains welding documentation, including WPS, PQR, WPQ records, test reports, and procedure data sheets.
- Travels to project sites as required to support procedure implementation, welder qualifications, and troubleshooting of weld quality issues.
- Works with QC and NDT personnel to review inspection results and support resolution of weld defects and repairs.
- Assists with welding research and development projects, including data collection, testing, and reporting.
- Provides technical support to field service technicians and operations teams on welding processes and procedure requirements.
- Develops working knowledge of welding codes, standards, and CRC-Evans mechanized welding systems.
- Maintains the confidentiality of proprietary procedures, manuals, and engineering documentation.
- All other duties as required.
Health, safety, and environment
- Follows CRC-Evans HSE policies, procedures, and client site requirements in the shop, lab, and field.
- Completes required safety training, site orientations, and job safety analyses (JSAs) before starting work.
- Uses proper PPE and follows safe work practices during welding, cutting, grinding, and mechanical testing activities.
- Exercises Stop Work Authority when unsafe conditions are identified, and promptly reports incidents, near misses, and hazards.
- Practices safe driving and journey management when traveling to and from project sites.
REQUIREMENTS
Job Specific Education Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Work Experience Required:
- 0-5 years of experience in welding engineering, pipeline construction, fabrication, or a related field; internship or co-op experience is a plus.
- Working knowledge of welding codes such as API 1104, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, or CSA Z662.
- Exposure to mechanized pipeline welding, mechanical testing, or NDT methods is preferred.
- AWS CWI certification, or progress toward it, is a plus.
- Valid driver's license
Skills & Knowledge Required:
- Solid understanding of welding processes and welding metallurgy fundamentals.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and work hands-on in shop and field environments.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.