Senior Engineering Technician, Welding & Fabrication

Radiant Industries•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Radiant is seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineering Technician, Welding & Fabrication to join our engineering team. In this role, you will work directly with the Lead Welding Engineer in a collaborative, closed-loop environment to develop and bring our innovative nuclear reactor to life. This position demands hands-on expertise in welding and fabrication processes, quality assurance, and production support within a dynamic startup setting.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher in Welding Technology, Materials Science, or a related field is preferred.
Candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent and significant relevant work experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Proven experience performing and/or planning for GTAW, GMAW, OTW, Laser welding (robotic or handheld), and/or other processes in a production environment.
Experience with fabrication techniques such as machining, sheet metal work, tube bending, or structural assembly.
Ability to perform welding tasks independently.
Strong skills in teaching and mentoring technicians on welding best practices.
Expertise in tracking welding processes and ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset for working in a fast-paced team.

Nice To Haves

AWS certifications such as CWI (Certified Welding Inspector), CW (Certified Welder), or CWS (Certified Welding Supervisor).
Experience with non-destructive testing methods including RT (Radiographic Testing), PT (Penetrant Testing), MT (Magnetic Particle Testing), and VT (Visual Testing).
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with design and operations teams.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQs) for structural and pressure vessel welds.
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to plan and execute fabrication and welding work.
Collaborate with production and engineering to develop planning and pathfinding processes for welding and fabrication operations, from raw material to final assembly.
Design, fabricate, and iterate on weld tooling, fixtures, and prototype assemblies to support manufacturing and product development.
Perform hands-on welding as needed to train technicians on proper welding techniques.
Perform precision fabrication including cutting, forming, fit-up, and assembly of components and subassemblies.
Lead and execute fabrication and welding work, ensuring all processes and inspections comply with governing code requirements.
Conduct audits of welding performed at suppliers.
Identify and source new assets to enhance in-house welding capabilities.
Order consumables, tooling, and other materials required for welding operations.
Support rapid prototyping and iterative development efforts, working closely with engineering to refine designs for manufacturability.

Benefits

Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
100% up to base silver level plan for employee + 50% dependents, offers up to Platinum plans.
Sponsored memberships for employees and their dependents.
100% top tier plan coverage + 50% for dependents.
100% top tier plan coverage, orthodontia extra, 50% for dependents.
Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
Daily catered lunch.
Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy.
Remote workday allocation.
Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.