Job Description
Weld Process Engineer
Responsibilities
The Weld Process Engineer supports manufacturing through process control, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement of welding operations. This role ensures welding processes meet all specifications, customer requirements, and internal standards while advancing capability in quality, safety, throughput, and automation readiness. The engineer educates operators, drives improvement initiatives, supports audits, and strengthens technical rigor across welding operations.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay: $70,000+ annually
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer match
Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Life insurance and employee assistance programs
Professional development, certification support, and technical training
Primary Responsibilities
Ensure all weld processes comply with required methods, materials, and equipment specifications outlined in internal procedures and customer standards.
Educate and train operators on welding processes, proper procedures, and best practices; create and revise work instructions, training documents, and visual aids.
Drive continuous improvement using Six Sigma, Process Management, and SPC to reduce variation and improve welding capability.
Contribute to development of best practices for weld manufacturing techniques, metrics, analysis, and equipment standards.
Identify root cause of deviations related to weld parameters, workmanship, or downstream quality issues; implement corrective actions to strengthen the weld department.
Collaborate with facilities, maintenance, and finance teams to plan and execute projects, including capital improvements.
Implement project monitoring, follow-up, and reporting systems to ensure yield, rework, and financial targets are met.
Prepare for and host NADCAP audits for welding and thermal processes.
Maintain GTAW welding systems including weld chambers, argon purification units, and vacuum systems.
Perform weld inspections in accordance with customer specifications and internal standards.
Maintain inventory, purchasing, and certification of welding consumables (wire, tungsten, argon, chambers, purification equipment, power supplies).
Maintain certification programs for weld operators in compliance with AMS2694 and D17.1.
Develop activity instructions for equipment such as weld chambers, MBraun argon purifiers, and Miller power supplies.
Support engineering in joint configuration development and preparation for future welding automation.
Job Roles
Technical educator – Builds operator capability through training, documentation, and hands-on coaching.
Continuous improvement advocate – Uses data-driven tools to reduce variation and drive process stability.
Standards champion – Ensures compliance with industry specifications, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
Investigator – Determines root cause of weld issues using structured problem-solving and metallurgical understanding.
Systems steward – Maintains critical weld infrastructure including chambers, purification systems, and power supplies.
Collaborator – Engages cross-functional teams to advance process performance and support capital projects.
Automation enabler – Prepares processes, configurations, and documentation that support future automation initiatives.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Welding, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
Familiarity with AMS2694 and D17.1 welding specifications
Experience with Group 6 alloys
Background in weld inspection, operator training, or process auditing
Proficiency with MS Office, Minitab, JMP
Strong communication and technical documentation skills
Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or structured process management
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