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FSS - 3149 - Weld Engineer (AWS CWI Certified)
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A Welding Engineer develops welding techniques and equipment for use in metal fabrication and product manufacturing. Researches welding techniques and engineers welding equipment and processes.
$98,896 / year median in Utah
+13% projected growth
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Suresh Dakshinamoorthy Weld Engineer (AWS CWI Certified)
(Ogden, UT, 84401) | 07/27/26
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Job Summary
JR Automation is seeking an experienced Weld Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and optimization of automated welding systems. This role requires strong expertise in welding engineering, process development, fixture design, welding automation, and quality assurance while ensuringpliance with AWS and ASME welding standards.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing welding procedures, supporting automated manufacturing environments, and improving welding quality through engineering best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, qualify, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
Design and assist in the development of weld fixtures and tooling.
Establish welding process parameters for automated welding equipment.
Support fixture validation and finished-part gauge verification.
Design, implement, and document control systems for automated manufacturing equipment.
Perform electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system integration for welding automation.
Program and troubleshoot PLC-controlled automated welding systems.
Coordinate machinemissioning, debugging, power-up, and production validation.
Ensure equipment meets customer specifications and JR Automation engineering standards.
Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, blues, and manufacturing specifications.
Troubleshoot welding defects and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and production teams to improve welding efficiency.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.
Travel to customer facilities to support installations, audits, and production activities.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Alternatively, six or more years of related experience in welding automation may be considered.
5+ years of experience developing and qualifying:
WPS
PQR
WPQ documentation
Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
Strong experience reading and interpreting:
Engineering drawings
Schematics
Specifications
Manufacturing documentation
Extensive knowledge of welding codes and standards including: