Welding Engineer

Welding Engineer

Rochester, NY, United States

$ 80,000. (US Dollar)

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Welding Engineer to join our team. We are looking for individuals that will be responsible for developing welding techniques, procedures, and application of welding equipment to problems involving fabrication of metals, utilizing knowledge of production specifications, properties and characteristics of metals and metal alloys, and engineering principles:
Conducts research and development investigations to develop and test new fabrication processes and procedures, improve existing or develop new welding equipment, develop new or modify current welding methods, techniques, and procedures.

• Develop weld profiles and processes that are appropriate for the materials and application of the product.
• Design fixtures required for welding and fabrication using Solidworks models and drawings.
• Develops and monitors processes to meet ASME Codes including analyzing weld coupons and creating reports. CWI certification preferred.
• Write and maintain Welding Procedure Standards (WPS) for general and specific welding applications.
• Direct and coordinate technical personnel in performing inspections to ensure workers' compliance with established welding procedures, restrictions, and standards; in testing welds for conformance with code requirements; or testing welding personnel for certification.
• Proficient in implementing MIG, TIG and Resistance Welding processes, and is familiar with welding equipment and consumables used in production welding.
• The Welding Engineer is responsible for supporting and troubleshooting welding manufacturing processes, optimizing production capabilities and driving welding improvements.
• Observe and monitor weld processes for conformance to established WPS as Welding Coordinator
• Possess a general knowledge of Metal fabrication processes, techniques, and engineering including but not limited to CNC blanking, press brakes, stamping, machining, and finishing processes.
• Collaborate and communicate across cross functional departments while applying knowledge and experience to innovate and improve welding processes used to manufacture products.
• Explore new welding technologies that can be applied to improve Productivity and Quality and facilitate entry into new markets or provides a competitive advantage.
• Apply problem-solving skills with an analytical approach and attention to detail. Directs data collection for analysis of weld processes.
• Promote and adopt the continuous improvement culture by focusing on problem solving to drive improvements in the organizations safety, quality, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and overall financial health of the company.

• Bachelors degree (B.S.) in engineering 3-5 years related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in welding process development
• Experience in use of robotics.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Solidworks. Experience with robotic programming.
• Other Requirements:
  To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to read blueprints, knowledge of business practices/protocols, and be able to maintain confidential information.
• Good communication skills with the ability to develop reports and verbally communicate with different levels inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently, cross functionally, or part of a team.
• Ability to be effective working with shop floor employees and to adjust work schedule at times if needed.
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments and changing priorities.
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Experience with MRP software, PLEX preferred.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  High
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.…