Staff Weld Technician (R4293)
About The Position
A Senior Weld Technician Level 4 is responsible for performing advanced welding operations, fabricating complex assemblies, and ensuring all welds meet stringent quality and safety standards. They interpret engineering drawings, lead troubleshooting of welding processes, and optimize equipment settings to improve performance and efficiency. This role provides technical guidance to junior welders, supports training initiatives, and helps maintain compliance with industry codes and organizational procedures. The technician also collaborates with engineering and production teams to resolve issues, drive continuous improvement, and support high-precision manufacturing needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; technical trade school certificate in welding or related field preferred.
- 5–8+ years of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Advanced proficiency in multiple welding processes (MIG, TIG, GTAW, SMAW) and working knowledge of various metals, including aluminum and stainless steel.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and weld symbols.
- Demonstrated experience with weld inspection methods, including visual inspection and familiarity with NDT techniques.
- Strong understanding of welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, or equivalent).
- Proven ability to troubleshoot welding issues, optimize parameters, and improve process reliability.
- Competence in using fabrication tools, measuring instruments, and precision equipment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to mentor or lead junior technicians.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain high safety and quality standards.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or advanced technical training in welding, metallurgy, or manufacturing technology.
- Current AWS, ASME, or other industry-recognized welding certifications.
- Experience working with robotic or automated welding systems.
- Proficiency in advanced fabrication techniques such as jig/fixture setup, precision fixturing, or custom tooling.
- Familiarity with machining processes and equipment, or sheet metal fabrication.
- Knowledge of metallurgical properties, heat-affected zones, and weld failure modes.
- Experience in an aerospace, defense, automotive, or high-precision manufacturing environment.
- Strong background in lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ability to support root-cause analysis and corrective action processes (RCA, 8D).
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced welding, fabrication, and repair on complex assemblies using multiple welding processes (MIG, TIG, stick, etc.).
- Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and weld symbols to ensure precise execution and compliance with specifications.
- Troubleshoot welding issues, adjust parameters, and optimize processes to improve quality, throughput, and repeatability.
- Conduct inspections of welds using visual and non-destructive testing methods, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Lead, mentor, and train junior weld technicians and support cross-functional teams on welding best practices.
- Maintain welding equipment, perform routine calibration, and ensure proper operation of tools and fixtures.
- Document work performed, support development of standard operating procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve production issues and support new product introduction.
Benefits
- Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
