Weld Engineer II

LED FastStart•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

A Welding Engineer II develops, manages, recommends and coordinates the implementation of a sound welding program and processes through improved weld processes, design specification review, techniques, inspections, and safety procedures.

Requirements

A BS degree in Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing, Metallurgy or Industrial Engineering.
Three (3) plus years of progressive experience in weld engineering.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of material reactions during welding or other manufacturing process is required, specifically with respect to Aluminum Alloys commonly used in marine applications.
Demonstrated/ proven contributor and team player within other organizations. Ability to work independently and closely with a diverse group of people in a team environment.
Proficient using necessary software programs such as AutoCAD, Project, MS Word and Excel.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem identification/analytical resolution skills using statistical comprehension methods are required.
Ability to interface effectively and efficiently with peers, employees and management within and across the organization is required.

Nice To Haves

Level II or III Welder certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and directs the technical aspects of all types of welding processes and issues within the SSC group.
Directly interface with the product design engineering team to insure design for process and manufacturing requirements are addressed and met and acts as subject matter expert.
Establishes and documents welding processes in accordance with national and military standards/specifications.
Develops, recommends, and coordinates the implementation of improved/enhanced processes, techniques, and safety procedures for all welding performed within he company.
Identifies problems with and identifies the resolution of welding processes, issues, and concerns.
Performs root cause analysis with emphasis on eliminating problems through design analysis, ergonomic issues, and machine/welding/assembly process improvements including equipment/materials purchasing requirements.
Keeps abreast of Best Practices and state-of-the-art welding technologies and safety procedures used throughout the industry.
Serves as a resource in the development of capacity planning, production control and troubleshooting of production welding processes.
Develops, plans, and administers a welding training class for new and current welders (minimum of 4 times per year).
Performs all other job related duties as assigned by management.