Structural Fabricator Middle East (Qatar)

Contractor company in Middle East – Qatar hiring experienced Structural Fabricators to join leading industrial and oil & gas projects in Qatar. The role involves fabricating, assembling, and welding structural steel components based on engineering drawings and project specifications.

Location: Middle East – Qatar

Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering / Oil & Gas

Employment Type: Full-Time

Contract Type: Contract

Visa & Benefits: Company-sponsored visa, accommodation, meals, transport, medical insurance, and annual air ticket

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and isometric layouts
• Cut, shape, drill, and weld steel components for platforms, pipe supports, skids, frames, walkways, and ladders
• Fit and assemble structural parts using jigs, clamps, and welding equipment
• Operate tools such as grinders, cutting torches, and plasma cutters
• Perform quality checks to ensure alignment, dimensions, and weld integrity
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other fabricators to meet deadlines

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2–5 years experience in structural steel fabrication
• Proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, MIG welding techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and PPE usage
• Physically fit and able to work in outdoor or workshop environments
• English proficiency required

SMAW, FCAW, and MIG are three common arc welding processes, each with distinct equipment, techniques, and applications.

🔧 1. SMAW – Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick Welding)

• Process: Uses a consumable electrode coated in flux. The flux creates a gas shield and slag to protect the weld.
• Equipment: Simple and portable; ideal for fieldwork.
• Applications: Construction, pipeline welding, heavy steel structures.
• Advantages:
  • Works well outdoors and in windy conditions
  • Low equipment cost
• Limitations:
  • Slower process
  • Requires frequent electrode changes
  • More cleanup due to slag formation
  • Source: MFG Shop comparison

⚙️ 2. FCAW – Flux-Cored Arc Welding

• Process: Uses a tubular wire filled with flux. Can be self-shielded or gas-shielded.
• Equipment: Similar to MIG but uses flux-cored wire.
• Applications: Shipbuilding, structural fabrication, outdoor welding.
• Advantages:
  • High deposition rate (faster welding)
  • Good for thick materials
  • Can be used outdoors (self-shielded type)
• Limitations:
  • Produces slag (requires cleanup)
  • More fumes than MIG
  • Source: Difference Between SMAW and FCAW

⚡ 3. MIG – Metal Inert Gas Welding (GMAW)

• Process: Uses a continuous solid wire fed through a gun, shielded by inert gas (usually argon or CO₂).
• Equipment: Requires a wire feeder and gas cylinder.
• Applications: Automotive, fabrication shops, thin metals.
• Advantages:
  • Clean welds with minimal spatter
  • High welding speed
  • Easy to learn for beginners
• Limitations:
  • Not suitable for outdoor use (gas shield disrupted by wind)
  • Higher equipment cost Source: MFG Shop comparison