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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