Welding Engineer (Certified AWS/ASME)

We are seeking a motivated and technically sound Junior Welding Engineer with foundational knowledge of welding processes and certification under AWS or ASME standards. In this role, you will support welding procedure development, ensure compliance with welding codes, and contribute to quality assurance activities within fabrication and manufacturing operations. This is an excellent entry point for engineers passionate about applied metallurgy, welding technologies, and hands-on manufacturing environments.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Welding Procedure Development & Documentation

• • Assist in preparing and qualifying Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).

  • Support development of Weld Maps, consumable selection, and joint design based on AWS/ASME codes.

2. Shop-Floor Process Support

• • Provide on-site engineering support during welding operations, troubleshooting basic welding defects and issues.

  • Monitor process parameters and ensure welders adhere to qualified procedures and safety practices.

3. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• • Support inspection activities including visual inspection, weld bead evaluation, and documentation.

  • Maintain compliance with applicable standards such as AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, or project-specific codes.

4. Materials & Consumable Knowledge

• • Assist in identifying suitable filler materials and shielding gases for specific base metals.

  • Learn and apply principles of weld metallurgy, especially for carbon steels, stainless steels, and aluminum alloys.

5. Continuous Learning & Certification Tracking

• • Track welding qualifications and certifications for shop personnel.

  • Stay current with updates in welding codes, processes, and safety standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• • Help create and maintain weld procedures and related documentation.

  • Conduct preliminary inspections and support quality audits of welded structures.

  • Participate in welding trials, process improvements, and corrective action reviews.

  • Document observations and create engineering reports as needed.

  • Interface with welders, inspectors, and senior engineers to support production goals.

Required Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field.

  • AWS/ASME certification (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)) – or in the process of obtaining.

  • Basic understanding of common welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW).

  • Familiarity with welding codes, NDT methods, and shop safety procedures.

  • Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Internship or academic project experience in welding or fabrication environments.

  • Exposure to welding simulation tools or lab-based testing (macro/micro examination, tensile testing).

  • Knowledge of CAD software or welding process modeling is a plus.