Job Title: Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

The Welding Manufacturing Engineer provides technical expertise in welding processes to Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality departments. This role involves providing technical leadership and support to the production team in the fabrication assembly, specifically related to weld processes, procedures, work instructions, manuals, fixtures, and weld sequences. The Engineer works closely with Design Engineering to drive design corrections, improvements, and changes identified from the production line or customer feedback. Additionally, the role includes responsibilities as a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI).

Responsibilities

• Provide Weld Design Input to complete in-house designed products, components, and systems.
• Perform tooling design and procurement associated with the welding department.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes to obtain Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).
• Create and maintain all production standards and procedures.
• Review production variances and new manufactured part designs and standards.
• Provide Technical Weld Design Information to Design Engineering.
• Provide direct technical support to the production team.
• Specify and procure new equipment, tooling, and technology to meet production and quality requirements.
• Resolve shop issues involving welding equipment and tooling, and lead solution implementation.
• Inspect welded joints to ensure compliance with company standards, national code requirements, and customer job specifications.
• Design weld fixturing and tooling using SolidWorks software.
• Oversee prototype weldments to establish new product best practices and time standards.
• Liaise with engineering and new products teams to qualify new products and design changes.
• Develop and oversee certification testing for qualification of welders to national codes and customer requirements.
• Assist in the development and documentation of production welding best practices.
• Provide training for Visual Weld Inspection practices and administer written and practical examinations for qualification.
• Support implementation of new shop floor/equipment layouts to streamline production flow and throughput using Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Draft work instructions and/or shop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Skills

• B.S. Degree in Engineering
• 5-7 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment as a Weld Engineer
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Experience defining weld processes, specifying voltage and amperage, and reviewing welding symbology on blueprints, specifications, or drawings
• 5 years of experience writing work instructions, weld sequencing, and welding methodologies
• Familiarity with American Welding Society standards D1.1, D1.2 & D1.3
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Knowledge in welding design, processes, procedures, and best practices
• Experience interfacing with suppliers to support process development and cost reduction for new products
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with military specifications and requirements, AS-9100
• Planning and scheduling abilities
• Administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, enforcing rules, and making decisions
• Currently certified as a Visual Weld Inspector through AWS or ASNT
• Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, and Process Improvement experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with robotic welding programming
• Mechanical engineering, Product development engineering, and Mechanical design experience
• Excel data analysis and Epicor knowledge
• US Citizenship required
• Self-motivated and flexible, with sensitivity, honesty, and integrity

Work Environment

The position operates within a manufacturing and design environment. Work is conducted at the same Arizona locations for both design and testing. The role includes interfacing with various departments and teams, utilizing technologies such as SolidWorks and adhering to Lean Manufacturing principles. Dress code and facility conditions are typical of a manufacturing setting.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.08 - $50.48/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 5, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $36 - $50