Weld Engineer

ITS has a client in the Tuscaloosa, AL area seeking a Weld Engineer. This is a direct hire position with full benefits and 401k.
Job Summary
The purpose of the Welding Engineer is to provide first-line support for the resolution of production problems and coordinates specific items with manufacturing, quality assurance, general maintenance, and tooling to maintain Dimensional integrity of finished goods supplied to customers. Monitors and reports status. Participates in decisions within an area of responsibility and interfaces with others on continuous improvement of operations.
Required Education and Experience

• Experience in destructive and non-destructive weld testing
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience with designing and programming robotic/automated welding systems a plus
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certification a plus
• Minimum 5 years related experience/training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelors of Science in Welding Engineering Technology or additional 4years experience

• Establish welding process and quality parameters for MIG (GMAW) and resistance spot welding operations.
• Assist in defining and maintaining proper methods and standards for quality and production coming off welding processes.
• Establish procedures, processes, and testing equipment for destructive and non-destructive testing on resistance & MIG welding applications including cut & etch (macro etch), fillet weld break, transverse tension & guided bend testing with the assistance from the Quality Department
• Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering and Prototype Departments to fine-tune designs, material selection, documentation, fixtures, and process control to optimize product manufacturability.
• Research and recommend new ideas and methods to improve welding processes.
• Prepare written capital and cost reduction proposals, including cost justifications.
• Establish equipment standards required for the Welding Department
• Assist in Metallurgical Studies that must be performed
• Manage MIG (GMAW) & resistance welding consumables & weld equipment spare parts.