Weld Engineering Technician (CWI) - 1st Shift

United Alloy•Vandalia, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weld Engineering Technician supports welding operations and authorizes production after successful weld inspection. The role inspects First Article (FA) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) products and prepares related reports, helping ensure that shipped products meet customer expectations, are delivered right the first time, and have the required identification and documentation. The technician also works to maximize weld productivity using various welding processes and equipment. Working under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the technician supports welding verification, validation, and approval; welder testing and training; weld procedure development and audits; and welding equipment selection, calibration, and preventive maintenance. The position is onsite in Union, Ohio, with occasional travel of approximately 10%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus one year of formal preparation.
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
Experience with stainless, aluminum, and mild structural steel welding; a solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes; and explicit knowledge of the company's welding principles, practices, and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, and persuasive skills, and ability to interact effectively with employees and management at all levels.
Detail oriented, with exceptional problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and prioritize.
Ability to navigate a Windows-based computer environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Willingness to work flexible hours and a changing schedule as needed to support production.
Demonstrate the 12 Expected Behaviors of an Actively Engaged Person: 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

Responsibilities

Conduct D1.1 and D1.3 testing for new hires and recertifying welders as needed.
Participate in creating welding procedures and techniques that standardize welding to D1.1 and D1.3 specifications.
Participate in selecting new welding equipment with the weld council and in welding equipment calibration and preventive maintenance.
Provide CWI support as required to verify, validate, and approve welding.
Support weld training specifications and welding equipment specifications and implementation.
Maintain ongoing calibration of welding equipment identified in the Calibration System.
Participate in weld audits to verify procedures are specified and qualified, and that welding follows the applicable procedure.
Partner with supervisors to identify welders needing specific training or upskilling.
Assist welders who do not meet minimum quality and efficiency requirements so they can meet or exceed those levels.
Maintain records, inspection results, and welder performance documentation.
Evaluate new industry developments for possible application to processes.
Work independently with little supervision and deliver results on time.