Posted 6 August 2026
Job ref: 261256
Field Engineer - Welding
- Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
- Salary: Market related
- Category
- Sector: Power, Nuclear and Utilities
- Contract type Contract
- Consultant: Sarah Lane
Field Engineer - Welding
Location: Project Construction Site, Bridgwater, Somerset - Site based Mon - Fri
Duration: Approved until 31dec26 (renewable)
Status: Contract - INSIDE IR35
Morson Edge are working on behalf of a major player in the Energy Sector who have a current contract requirement for an experienced Field Engineer (Welding) to join their established site-based team in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is a (renewable) contract position - inside IR35.
Overview:
- As a Field Engineer focused on welding, you will oversee critical quality assurance tasks, ensuring construction activities align with contractual and safety requirements. ? ?
- You will Identify and mitigate potential quality issues, supporting on-time project delivery.
Principal accountabilities
- Submit and document non-conformance reports as needed.
- Review and monitor Quality Control Plans and Inspection Records.
- Evaluate contractor performance and adherence to standards.
- Contribute to health, safety, and environmental objectives across site operations.
- Ensure documentation and reporting align with regulatory and quality requirements.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Typically HNC qualified in mechanical/welding discipline or equivalent work history experience
- Welding Inspector qualification (CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent as a minimum).
- Experience in construction involving installation of plant (inc. pressure systems) and structural steel.
- Conversant with British/European standards and design codes including RCC-M and BS EN.
- Proven QA/QC experience and ability to document findings concisely and accurately.
- Strong organisational, delegation, and communication skills.