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Pipe Welder

TWI


Job Location:

Cambridge - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pipe Welder

MIG/MAG Welder (Contract)
Welding and Joining

Location: Granta Park Cambridge

Contract: Contract basis duration to be confirmed

Working arrangement: On site four days per week

Hours: 07:30 to 16:30 across the agreed four working days

Job Profile: Welding Technician

Contract rate: To be confirmed

Reference number: JR100900

Closing Date: 04 September 2026

About the role

TWI is looking for an experienced MIG/MAG Welder to join our busy welding team on a contract basis working four days per week at our Granta Park site. The role will focus on welding end bungs to thick section carbon steel pipe in a practical welding and fabrication environment.

You will carry out MIG/MAG welding in the 1G position with pipes rotated using automated pedal driven rollers. You will follow approved welding procedure specifications use propane torch preheating where required and work safely with hand and power tools. You will also be expected to maintain a clean organised and safe working area in line with TWI health and safety requirements risk assessments and COSHH assessments.

Key Requirements

Level 2 welding qualification or equivalent practical experience gained within a welding and fabrication environment.
Proven experience in MIG/MAG welding to a high standard.
Experience welding carbon steel including heavy walled pipe and plate materials.
Ability to work from and adhere to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Experience carrying out 1G position welding of pipe end bungs using rotating pipe systems.
Understanding of propane torch pre-heating techniques.
Competent in the safe use of hand held grinders and other workshop tools and equipment.
Strong awareness of health safety and housekeeping standards within a manufacturing environment.
Previous experience working within a busy welding and fabrication workshop.
Ability to supply and maintain your own welding PPE.
Reliable self motivated and capable of working independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Available to work on site at TWIs Granta Park facility for four days per week.

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TWI

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering materials and joining technologies. We provide industry with advice and technical know how in design fabrication failure analysis and prevention.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced technical teams in an organisation that values innovation teamwork expertise and safety.

If you are an experienced welder looking for a four day per week contract assignment at Granta Park we would welcome your application.

Diversity statement:

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion:

We recognise that its the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme:

We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation which means we are a Disability Confident Employer. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

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Contract information

This opportunity is offered on a contract basis. The contract duration and rate will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process.

Working pattern

Four days per week 07:30 to 16:30 based on site at Granta Park Cambridge.

Artificial Intelligence:

At TWI we want you to know that your application is in good hands. We donotuse AI tools or automated systems to review or sift through applications. Instead every application is personally reviewed by the hiring manager. We believe in being open and transparent with our candidates and were committed to giving your application the attention it deserves.

TWI Culture

As one of the worlds leading independent research and technology organisations we are committed to attracting motivating and retaining the best talent from around the world. Our goal is to develop the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges.

We are committed to creating a culture that recognises and respects the differences between people while valuing the contribution everyone makes to TWI.

The diversity of our staff and students makes a positive and important contribution to our continuing success.

TWI offers a comprehensive training programme incorporating both in-house and external courses to support staff development.

TWI Values:

Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave.

  • Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual creating value for our customers
  • Teamwork: Building effective working relationships we accomplish more together
  • Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business
  • Taking Responsibility: Achieving our objectives and personal development
  • Innovation & Expertise: Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems
  • Customer Focus: Building trusting relationships with our customers

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