Weld Engineer
On-siteSalt Lake City, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Design or assist in the design of weld fixtures and establish weld process parameters for equipment. Coordinate or assist with weld fixture validation and finished part gauge verification while designing, implementing, and documenting control systems for automated equipment. Conduct electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic design; program peripheral devices and machine PLCs. Coordinate machine debug, power-up, and validation with build and electrical teams to ensure equipment meets customer build specifications. This role supports automated welding systems from fixture design through PLC programming and machine validation, with up to 40% travel to Michigan and Colorado Springs.
Required Qualifications
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, and diagrams
- Proficiency with welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1/D1.2/D1.3/D1.6, B2.1/ASME Section IX)
- Strong working knowledge of FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes
- Working knowledge of NDT methods (UT, RT, MT, PT, VT) and weld inspection criteria per ASNT TC-1-A
- Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field, or 6+ years of related experience/training in welding automation
- Up to 40% travel (Michigan and Colorado Springs, 2–3 day trips)
- Onsite — local candidates preferred
Desired Qualifications
- Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
- Experience in industrial manufacturing and metal fabrication
- Experience with on-site audit inspections
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma
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