Welding Engineer - Plainwell Area
$76,000–$116,000 year
On-sitePlainwell, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Develop and optimize welding procedures for manufacturing processes while conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for welding defects. Evaluate and select appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and automation solutions, then provide technical support and training to welding technicians and manufacturing personnel. Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and safety regulations for welding operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance welding quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This role targets experienced professionals with a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in manufacturing welding engineering, and AWS CWEng certification, often involving robotic welding systems and NDT techniques.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
- 5+ years experience in welding engineering within a manufacturing environment
- AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or equivalent certification
- Proficient in various welding processes (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, FCAW) and metallurgy
- Demonstrated experience with NDE techniques and quality control in welding
- Strong understanding of relevant codes, standards, and specifications (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX)
Desired Qualifications
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
- Experience with robotic welding systems and programming
- Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods beyond visual inspection
- Project management experience, particularly for capital equipment upgrades or new process implementation
- Advanced proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design and analysis
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