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Watsonville, CA
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The Welding Engineer is a forward-thinking position, driving continuous improvement and technological advancement in our aluminum and stainless-steel operations. This role focuses on enhancing welding process capability and capacity, implementing automation, and optimizing production efficiency. Responsibilities Analyze and improve welding process capability and throughput across aluminum, stainless steel, and Hastelloy C-22 fabrication and welding areas. Identify and implement opportunities for automation, robotics, and advanced welding technologies to increase efficiency and consistency. Apply deep knowledge of welding metallurgy and materials science to understand and optimize weld behavior in both the weld metal and heat-affected zones of base materials. Design and manage welding sequences to align with production stages. Coordinate across teams to ensure sequences meet scheduling needs. Document sequences visually for clarity and accessibility on the production floor. Investigate and manage the interactions between welding gases, filler materials, and base metals to enhance weld quality, reduce defects, and improve reliability and production efficiency. Collaborate with Quality and other Department staff to develop and maintain process documentation, including standard work instructions and process control plans. Develop and qualify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in accordance with applicable codes and standards to ensure consistent weld quality and compliance. Provide training and technical support to welders, promoting best practices, proper techniques, and the adoption of new welding technologies. Oversee weld inspections and coordinate nondestructive testing (NDT) activities to verify weld integrity and ensure compliance with quality standards. Lead cross-functional engineering projects, including Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives and new product introductions, to optimize welding processes. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in welding process engineering. Demonstrated expertise in welding metallurgy, including microstructure evolution, heat-affected zones, and mechanical properties of welded joints. Experience with welding automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies. Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. Proficiency in CAD and process simulation tools is a plus.
Pay:
$125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have hands-on and technical experience encompassing process design, procedure development, and quality compliance? Do you have experience with TIG, MIG, SMAW and FCAW and I am familiar with the principles of each process and have experience in selecting the appropriate welding process for a given application? Do you have experience in implementing and maintaining welding quality control procedures and able to conduct welding inspections, evaluate test results, and make recommendations for improvements as necessary? What are your strengths as a welding engineer?
