About the position
Specializing in Boiler Systems | Engineering Leadership | Advanced Welding Technologies
Are you a highly skilled Welding Engineer ready to lead complex boiler and mechanical design projects? Do you thrive in technically demanding environments where your expertise shapes operational excellence and safety? Join a respected industry leader and play a vital role in maintaining and advancing critical energy infrastructure.
About the Role
As a Welding Engineer, youll be the technical authority for welding and mechanical design across boiler and boiler-related systems. Youll lead the design, execution, and analysis of welding solutions, support maintenance teams, and drive high-impact investigations and innovation to ensure engineering integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Minimum Requirements
- Honours Degree in Engineering (BSc, BEng, or BEng Tech) with specialization in Welding
- IIW International Welding Engineer/Technologist (IWE/IWT) Certification (required)
- ECSA Professional Engineer registration (preferred)
- 10+ years of relevant experience in a heavy engineering or energy-focused environment
? Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mechanical and welding design for boiler systems and related equipment
- Ensure compliance with engineering codes, standards, and project specifications
- Plan and oversee engineering projects monitoring timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- Create and update technical documentation and drawings aligned with latest designs and investigations
- Conduct failure investigations and maintenance reviews to support reliability and root cause analysis
- Develop, qualify, and maintain welding procedures per regulatory and company standards
- Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers and technical teams
- Hold client meetings and technical discussions to review progress and solutions
- Collaborate across departments and maintain clear, proactive communication throughout project lifecycles
- Support tender processes, including technical document preparation and scope estimation
- Perform site visits as required to assess equipment, supervise work, and support field teams
- Stay current with advancements in welding technologies, metallurgy, NDT methods, and fabrication techniques
What You Know
- Advanced knowledge of boiler systems, pressure equipment, and structural design principles
- Deep understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, fabrication engineering, and international standards
- Familiarity with OHS Act, SANS 347, and Pressure Equipment Regulations
- Proficient in non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and their practical application
- Experience with engineering tools such as Autodesk Inventor, PV Elite, and CAESAR II
- Strong project management and technical report-writing capabilities
- Effective communicator who thrives in cross-functional teams and client-facing environments
Why Join Us?
- Be a technical leader in an organization with national and global reach
- Work on mission-critical infrastructure projects that make a real impact
- Collaborate with industry experts and mentor the next generation of engineers
- Enjoy a professional environment that values excellence, safety, and innovation
- Opportunities for continuous learning and growth in cutting-edge technologies
Desired Skills:
- Boiler Systems
- Pressure Equipment
- SANS 347
- OHS Act
- Pressure Equipment Regulations
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