Responsible Welding Engineer

About the role

Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark; they’re an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Responsible Welding Engineer in the Wirral and you’ll be part of our legacy.

Purpose of the role:

Quality support to Off- site solutions fabrication facility with high integrity coded welding knowledge

What you'll be doing

As a Responsible Welding Engineer, you'll have the following accountabilities;

Review contractual manufacturing and technical data provided by client, company engineering department and supply chain.
Reading and interpreting Welding Specifications
Ensure that all necessary information to carry out welding operations is generated and available prior of commencement of work.
Welding techniques, procedures, and application of welding equipment
Welding components together in accordance with strict tolerances and quality standards
Review of product standards
Manage Technical Queries, Production Permits, Concessions and NCRs
Review of Sub-contractors’ specifications
Support the business during client & 3rd party audits ensuring compliance with BS EN ISO 3834-2 & BSEN 1090-2

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2 Welding Inspector
HNC Fabrication & Welding
Manufacturing Specification and Manufacturing Production
Must have a valid CCNSG.
BS EN, ASME Standards
Evidence of Competency as a tradesman (City & Guilds/NVQ/ACE)
Radiography Experience
Have experience in welding using MMA, TIG and MIG
Can interpret weld specifications and engineering drawing.
Understand the factors affecting the quality of welded joints

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit 

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: 

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at