Technician Welder III in Montrose

We require an experienced TIG Welder with proven competence in the fabrication and welding of duplex and Inconel-clad carbon steel pipe spools. The successful candidate will support production of high integrity process piping, working within size ranges from " to 9" OD in accordance with project specifications and applicable welding codes.

Responsibilities

• Executing GTAW (TIG) welding on duplex stainless steels and Inconel clad carbon steel to specified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Fabricating and welding pipe spools ("-9" OD) to required tolerances, ensuring alignment, root integrity, and full weld penetration per specification.
• Working to ASME IX and EN ISO 15614/9606 welding qualification standards (or company specific equivalents).
• Interpreting isometric drawings, P&IDs, engineering drawings, weld maps and WPS/PQR documentation.
• Conducting weld preparation including joint fit up, bevel inspection, purge setup, and consumable control.
• Ensuring welds meet all NDE/QA acceptance criteria, including VT, PT, RT, and/or UT where required.
• Maintaining compliance with internal fabrication procedures, safety protocols, and material traceability requirements.
• Collaborating with production supervision, welding inspectors, and QA personnel to ensure schedule adherence and quality compliance.

Qualifications

• Time served Welder/ Mechanical Apprentice with a supporting engineering qualification.
• Strong experience within Welding TIG, Spool manufacturing.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering documentation.
• Good knowledge of HSE requirements and ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrable experience in GTAW welding of duplex and Inconel overlay/clad materials, specifically on pipe spools and pressure retaining components.
• Valid and in date coding qualifications to ASME IX or EN ISO 9606 standards (or willingness/ability to complete new approval testing).
• Strong understanding of heat input control, ferrite control in duplex materials, and handling of nickel alloys.
• Ability to work from and accurately interpret technical drawings, WPS, and fabrication data sheets.
• High level of workmanship and competence in producing welds suitable for stringent inspection and NDE.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team focused fabrication environment.
• Flexibility to work in rotational shifts.
• Permanent work permit in UK.

Flexible Working Patterns

Position based at Montrose, UK. 5 days from office.

Benefits

• Contemporary work life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.