Senior 2 Engineer, Materials

TechnipFMC • Houston, TX

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About The Position

This role drives research and development and the Simplification, Standardization, and Industrialization (SSI) of welding and fabrication processes, ensuring technical integrity, compliance, and quality throughout the product lifecycle. As the welding Subject Matter Expert (SME), the engineer resolves complex welding challenges for projects, manufacturing sites, and suppliers; supports technical decisions with internal and external stakeholders; and mentors engineers to strengthen the COE's welding capability. The role translates technical expertise into competitive, reliable, and standardized solutions that create value globally.

The engineer leads research and development, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and New Product Development (NPD) projects involving metallic materials and fabrication technologies; drives SSI initiatives; and leads welding product development, qualification programs, and supplier industrialization. The role provides technical guidance on welding and related issues, develops and approves engineering documentation, and supports compliance with industry codes, client requirements, and regulatory standards through audits, reviews, and corrective actions. It also advances materials and welding technologies, supports product lifecycle activities, mentors engineers, and represents the organization in industry forums and standards committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in metallic materials welding and fabrication processes.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes and technologies, material properties, testing methods, fabrication techniques, and NDT processes.
• Experience with industry standards and regulations related to welding and fabrication.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of corrosion and sour grade materials.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development, PLM, and NPD projects to advance welding of metallic materials and fabrication technologies, defining technical strategy, scope, and deliverables.
• Drive SSI initiatives for welding materials and processes, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, productivity, and quality improvement.
• Lead welding product development, qualification programs, and supplier industrialization, including WPS/PQR approval and capability assessments.
• Serve as the welding engineering SME, providing technical guidance and resolving complex welding, fabrication, cladding, and quality issues.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams to align welding strategies with business objectives.
• Develop, review, and approve welding specifications, procedures, technical reports, and other engineering documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, client requirements, and regulatory standards through audits, technical reviews, and corrective actions.
• Advance materials and welding technologies by leading innovation and supporting product lifecycle activities.
• Mentor engineers and represent the organization in industry forums and standards committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior