Welding Engineer (Certified AWS/ASME)

We are looking for a mid-level Welding Engineer, certified to AWS and/or ASME standards, to lead the development and validation of welding procedures, ensure code compliance, and support fabrication and quality assurance activities. The role requires a strong foundation in welding metallurgy, hands-on shop-floor experience, and the ability to interface with design, QA/QC, and production teams to improve welding operations and product integrity.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Welding Procedure Development & Qualification

• • Prepare, qualify, and maintain WPS, PQR, and WPQ documents.

  • Optimize weld parameters for strength, distortion control, and cost-efficiency.

  • Support new material and joint development, including dissimilar metal welding.

2. Standards Compliance & Code Interpretation

• • Ensure welding activities align with AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, API, and other applicable codes.

  • Perform reviews of customer specifications and project documentation for weld-related requirements.

3. Welding Quality Assurance & NDT Integration

• • Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure proper weld inspection protocols (VT, RT, UT, PT, MT).

  • Analyze weld defects and recommend corrective actions or process changes.

  • Support welder performance qualifications and audits.

4. Metallurgy & Consumable Selection

• • Select appropriate filler materials, gases, and base metals based on weldability and mechanical requirements.

  • Understand and apply principles of heat-affected zones (HAZ), preheat, interpass temperature, and post-weld heat treatment (PWHT).

5. Shop-Floor & Production Support

• • Support welding operations on the shop floor and resolve day-to-day technical issues.

  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts for welding-related non-conformities.

  • Assist in equipment selection and automation integration for welding processes.

Core Responsibilities:

• • Lead the development and implementation of welding standards, procedures, and best practices.

  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and QA teams to support project execution.

  • Train and support welders in procedure adherence and process improvements.

  • Maintain welding documentation records for audits, certifications, and compliance.

  • Drive process optimization initiatives to improve weld quality, reduce rework, and enhance productivity.

Required Qualifications:

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

  • 3–6 years of experience in welding engineering roles in fabrication, manufacturing, or structural projects.

  • AWS/ASME Certification (e.g., CWI, CWEng, or equivalent).

  • Strong knowledge of arc welding processes (GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, FCAW) and related equipment.

  • Working knowledge of welding metallurgy, HAZ effects, and failure modes.

  • Familiarity with NDT techniques and interpretation of inspection results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience with robotic welding, CNC welding, or automated systems.

  • Proficiency in welding simulation software, CAD tools, or FEA for weld stress analysis.

  • Exposure to specialized welding (e.g., stainless steel, duplex alloys, aluminum, or exotic metals).

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and root cause methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA).