Mechanical Engineer - Welding/Fabrication

About the Position

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer - Welding/Fabrication to join our team in the South West UK. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication & Manufacturing Support

  • Provide technical support to fabrication suppliers throughout manufacturing activities.
  • Review and interpret fabrication drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
  • Support the resolution of production and fabrication issues.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company, customer, and industry requirements.
  • Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews and technical assessments.

• Welding Engineering & Oversight

  • Provide guidance on welding processes and fabrication techniques.
  • Review and assess Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualifications.
  • Advise suppliers on welding best practices and process improvements.
  • Support root cause investigations relating to weld defects and non-conformances.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable welding codes and standards.

• Inspection & Testing

  • Support inspection and test planning activities.
  • Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
  • Liaise with Quality teams regarding NDT requirements and acceptance criteria.
  • Support investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.
  • Ensure inspection and testing activities meet contractual and technical requirements.

• Supplier Management

  • Act as the technical focal point for fabrication suppliers.
  • Conduct supplier technical reviews and audits when required.
  • Monitor supplier performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support supplier development initiatives and knowledge sharing.

• Technical Problem Solving

  • Analyse manufacturing issues and develop practical solutions.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for technical and quality concerns.
  • Provide technical recommendations based on engineering principles and manufacturing best practice.
  • Present technical findings and improvement proposals to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Required Skills:

  • Significant experience in fabrication and welding within heavy engineering, defence, nuclear, energy, oil & gas, or similar regulated industries.
  • Experience supporting fabrication suppliers or manufacturing subcontractors.
  • Proven involvement in inspection and testing activities.
  • Experience reviewing technical manufacturing documentation.
  • Strong background in resolving fabrication and welding-related issues.
  • Excellent understanding of:
    • Fabrication processes
    • Welding processes (MIG, MAG, TIG, FCAW, SAW, and MMA as applicable)
    • Welding metallurgy and material behaviour
    • Inspection and testing methodologies
    • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
    • Manufacturing quality requirements
    • Engineering drawings and GD&T interpretation

• Required Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
  • Welding qualification, CSWIP certification, or equivalent highly desirable.

• Desirable Skills:

  • Experience within regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of international fabrication and welding standards.
  • Supplier quality management experience.
  • Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing knowledge.

We Offer

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

About the Company

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT, and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world-today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.