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Welding Engineer

Boccard UK Ltd

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Deeside is seeking a Welding & NDT Subject Matter Expert to lead their quality team. This role involves ensuring compliance with international welding standards, providing technical support, and mentoring site teams across projects. Candidates should have significant experience in welding and NDT, ideally within the nuclear or high-integrity sectors. The company offers competitive benefits including annual leave and ongoing training investment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Ongoing investment in training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a subject matter expert in welding/NDT.
Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (EN ISO, RCC-M).
Experience in nuclear or high-integrity sectors (preferred but not essential).

Responsibilities

Lead welding and NDT strategy across nuclear and high-integrity fabrication projects.
Provide technical support and mentoring to site teams.
Conduct audits, manage consumables, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.

Skills

Welding codes and standards

Technical leadership

Continuous improvement

Client communication

Education

IWE or EWE certification

Master’s degree in Welding Engineering

Tools

Welding documentation (WPS, PQR, WQR)

NDT methods (PCN Level III)

This range is provided by Boccard. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Welding & NDT Subject Matter Expert

Location: Deeside (with travel to UK sites)

Join a high‑performing team at our cutting‑edge Deeside facility, where quality drives progress!!

As Boccard continues its journey of growth and expansion to support the new era of nuclear energy, we remain a leading specialist in engineering, manufacturing, construction, and maintenance across the energy sector. With a strong order book and long‑term projects secured, Boccard UK is actively hiring to support our ambitious growth and expansion strategy.

Are you an experienced Welding Engineer looking to take on a technical leadership role?

Boccard UK is seeking a Welding & NDT Subject Matter Expert to join our Quality team. You will act as the technical authority for welding and non‑destructive testing across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and driving continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

Lead welding and NDT strategy across nuclear and high‑integrity fabrication projects.
Develop and maintain welding documentation (WPS, PQR, WQR).
Provide technical support and mentoring to site teams.
Conduct audits, manage consumables, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Drive “Right First Time” performance and quality KPIs.
Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders, including handling technical queries and exemption requests.

What We’re Looking For:

✔ IWE or EWE certification OR a Master’s degree in Welding Engineering.
✔ Minimum 5 years’ experience as a subject matter expert in welding/NDT.
✔ Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (EN ISO, RCC‑M).
✔ PCN Level III in at least two NDT methods.
✔ CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2.
✔ Experience in nuclear or high-integrity sectors (preferred but not essential).

Why Boccard?

Boccard is expanding its presence in the nuclear energy sector with a new digital facility in Deeside, a growing portfolio of secured long‑term projects, and active involvement in next‑generation reactor development. The company is focused on growth, with no plant shutdowns, and is investing in advanced technologies and infrastructure to support the future of clean energy.