BCA Graduate with 3 Years Work Experience – Considering Welding Inspector or IT Career ?

Hi everyone,

I’m about to complete my BCA degree (India). I started working while pursuing my degree and now have 3 years of experience in customer service (chat-based support for North American customers in Amazon).

I originally chose BCA because IT was booming and offered high salaries. But now, with AI automation, layoffs, and intense competition from experienced developers, I’m unsure about building a long-term career in IT.

I’m considering moving into the oil & gas / inspection field by doing CSWIP 3.1 and aiming to become a Welding Inspector. My long-term goal is to work in the Middle East.

Some context:

No mechanical background

3 years corporate experience

Used to night shifts and pressure environments

Willing to start from a junior position

Looking for a stable, high-demand career with international opportunities

My concerns:

Can someone without a mechanical diploma realistically enter this field?

Is CSWIP 3.1 alone enough to land a job as a fresher?

Am I overreacting to AI fear in IT?

Would it be smarter to use my BCA + work experience differently?

I would really appreciate honest advice from people in IT or oil & gas.

Thanks in advance.