Specialist-Welding

Specialist-Welding

Kolkata, India

Company
Larsen & Toubro
Location
Kolkata, West Bengal
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Glassdoor

Job Description
Specialist-Welding

LNT/-/1613329

MMH-Minerals & MetalsKolkata

Posted On

03 Jan 2026

End Date

02 Jul 2026

Required Experience

18 - 25 Years

Skills

Knowledge & Posting Location

WELDING

Minimum Qualification

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (BTECH)

Job Description
• Define and govern Welding Procedures (WPS), PQRs, and WPQ for all project types (Bulk Material Handling, Minerals Processing Plants, Pellet Plants, Steel Plants, Non Ferrous Projects).
• Ensure compliance with international standards (ASME, AWS, EN, IS codes).
• Lead development of advanced welding techniques (GTAW, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, Orbital Welding, Cladding, Hardfacing).
• Drive adoption of automation & mechanized welding for improved productivity and quality
• Provide technical guidance to project teams during fabrication, erection, pre commissioning, and shutdowns.
• Conduct critical welding reviews, joint designs, consumable selection, and metallurgy decisions.
• Troubleshoot complex site issues including material incompatibilities, failures, distortions, rework, delays, etc.
• Review and approve subcontractor welding capabilities
• Ensure all welding works meet IC level and client quality requirements.
• Establish Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) and QA procedures specific to welding.
• Implement root cause analyses (RCA) and corrective action plans for welding defects.
• Audit fabrication shops, yards, and site welding operations
• Develop and run Welding Engineer, Supervisor & Welder skill enhancement programs across IC.
• Define and monitor welder qualification programs.
• Support development of welding simulators, training modules, and certification paths
• Ensure strict compliance with welding safety practices, including hot work permits, PPE, fume extraction, and fire safety.
• Promote sustainable welding solutions (low fume consumables, reduced wastage)
• Optimize consumable selection and usage to reduce wastage and cost.
• Drive initiatives to reduce rework and improve fabrication cycle times.
• Develop KPIs for productivity, quality, and cost control in welding
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, SCM, Construction, HSE, Tendering, and Digital teams.
• Support tendering teams with welding inputs, productivity benchmarks, and cost estimates.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives (e WPS, welder performance monitoring, NDT integration)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in India

Q What is the minimum wage for skilled welders in central government establishments Zone I in 2026?
As per the Chief Labour Commissioner notifications, the minimum wage for skilled welders in central sphere Zone I is ₹631 basic daily rate plus Variable Dearness Allowance of ₹15,510 monthly, totaling ₹20,117 per month effective January 2026. Overtime is paid at twice the ordinary rate for hours exceeding 48 per week. This applies to scheduled employments including fabrication workshops.
Q What qualifications are required for entry-level welder jobs in India?
A 1-year ITI certificate in Welder (Gas & Electric Arc) trade from an NCVT or SCVT approved institute is mandatory for entry-level positions. No prior work experience is needed for fresh ITI passers. Admission to ITI welder course requires passing Class 8th with 40% marks.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship positions in India?
Required documents include Aadhaar card, PAN card, 10th standard marksheet, ITI welder certificate, bank account passbook, and passport-size photo. Applications are submitted online with digital upload of scanned copies. Selected apprentices receive ₹9,000 monthly stipend under NAPS for welder trade in 2026.
Q What are the standard working hours, overtime, and leave for welders in Indian factories?
Welders work maximum 48 hours per week with one paid weekly holiday. Overtime beyond 48 hours pays double the ordinary wage rate up to 75 hours quarterly. Annual leave is 1 day for every 20 days worked, totaling 15 days yearly after 240 days service.
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