NMDC Is Hiring a Welding Engineer in Abu Dhabi, UAE

NMDC Group, one of the region’s most respected marine, dredging, and EPC contractors, is looking for a qualified Welding Engineer to join its team in Abu Dhabi. This is a strong opportunity for experienced engineers who want to contribute to major offshore and infrastructure projects while advancing their career in the UAE.

About the Role

As a Welding Engineer at NMDC, you will serve as a technical expert responsible for ensuring all welding activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Your background should include hands-on experience as a yard representative, client representative, or quality surveillance professional on shipyard and industrial projects. You will be expected to handle both complex newbuild construction and critical repair work, ensuring strict adherence to project specifications, class rules, and international standards such as ASME, AWS, and API.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, your core duties will include:

• Reviewing project specifications and applicable codes to develop welding procedures that guide production teams, covering material processes, pre and post heating requirements, complex alloys, and critical joint welding
• Developing and maintaining corporate Welding Procedure Specifications and Procedure Qualification Records
• Writing, qualifying, and certifying PQRs and WPSs for client review and approval
• Coordinating welding procedure qualification with metallurgical testing laboratories and witnessing the welding of test coupons
• Reviewing and approving supplier welding procedures and performance qualifications
• Providing technical support on industry standards including ASME, AWS, and API
• Contributing to failure and root cause analysis on welding related issues
• Witnessing and supporting performance testing activities
• Maintaining a safe working environment at all times and reporting any observed safety hazards promptly
• Participating in welding research and development efforts in line with company goals
• Evaluating new developments in welding technology for potential application to existing processes or challenges
• Collaborating with engineering personnel and external agencies to exchange technical knowledge on welding matters
• Conducting experimental welding to assess new equipment, techniques, and materials
• Applying non-destructive testing methods to verify and maintain welding quality

Qualifications Required

Candidates applying for this role should hold:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• A Welding Inspection Certificate such as CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2
• NDT Level II certification

About NMDC Group

NMDC Group is a leading Abu Dhabi based contractor specializing in marine dredging, land reclamation, and engineering, procurement, and construction services. With a strong presence across the UAE and the wider region, the company has built a reputation for delivering large scale, technically demanding projects with precision and expertise. Working at NMDC means being part of a team that takes on meaningful work and supports the professional growth of its people.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications above and are ready to take your welding engineering career to the next level, visit the official NMDC careers portal to submit your application directly with the company. Make sure your CV is current and highlights your relevant certifications and project experience before applying.