Jobs - PTS Advance
Details:
PTS is looking for a Welding Engineer to join a leading OEM of Energy Equipment. We're looking for a hands-on welding expert who can fine-tune processes, solve problems fast, and help us build top-quality heavy steel products. If you're equally comfortable running trials, training welders, and collaborating with engineers, this role is for you.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain welding procedures for SAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and automated processes.
- Optimize welding parameters using advanced gear like the Lincoln Power Wave AC/DC 1000.
- Troubleshoot weld issues (porosity, incomplete fusion, etc.) using tools like 8D and 5-Why.
- Design fixtures, manipulators, and robotic cells for new products and in-field manufacturing.
- Partner with Quality to resolve NCRs, validate repairs, and ensure AWS D1.1 compliance.
- Train, qualify, and support welders; keep continuity records up to date.
- Provide welding input in product design reviews.
- Drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements for throughput, cost, and first-pass yield.
- Manage welding consumable specs and vendor qualifications.
- Stay current on welding tech and standards; recommend upgrades.
- Bachelor's in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related.
- 5+ years in heavy steel fabrication (SAW, large-diameter pipe/tower welding preferred).
- Strong AWS D1.1 knowledge and welding procedure experience.
- Skilled with advanced welding equipment and waveform analysis.
- CAD proficiency (SolidWorks or Inventor) and strong blueprint reading skills.
- Experience with ISO 9001 and APQP systems.
- AWS CWI, CWE, or SCWI certification.
- Wind tower OEM experience (GE Vernova, Vestas, etc.).
- Familiarity with advanced inspection systems (photogrammetry, SPC).
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
- ERP/PLM experience (Omega, Intelex, SAP).
***Please note that for this role relocation assistance is not available.
***All qualified candidates must have valid work authorization throughout the duration of employment.
Job ID#:
67656