The Mid-Level Welding Engineer is responsible for independently developing and qualifying welding procedures, overseeing welding quality assurance, and supporting fabrication and maintenance activities for water treatment systems. This role requires solid expertise in AWS codes and standards, welding metallurgy, and collaboration with fabrication and quality teams to ensure compliance, safety, and reliability.
Develop, review, and qualify welding procedure specifications (WPS) and procedure qualification records (PQR) for fabrication and repair of water treatment equipment.
Ensure welding procedures comply with AWS, ASME Section IX, and project specifications.
Oversee welding quality during fabrication and repairs, coordinating with QA/QC inspectors and NDT teams.
Review inspection reports and welding documentation, identifying and addressing any non-conformances.
Participate in root cause analysis of welding defects and recommend corrective actions.
Provide technical guidance on welding processes, consumables, and equipment suitable for various water treatment materials.
Assist in the development and delivery of welding training and safety programs for fabrication personnel.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to welding methods and quality control.
Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and project management teams to integrate welding requirements into project plans.
Ensure all welding activities meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Welding procedure development and qualification
Welding quality assurance and defect resolution
Technical support and training in welding processes
Compliance with AWS, ASME, and project codes and standards
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
Certifications:
AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or AWS Certified Welder with advanced certifications required
Relevant safety certifications (e.g., OSHA, confined space entry) preferred
Experience:
3–6 years of welding engineering experience, ideally in water treatment or industrial fabrication environments
Strong working knowledge of welding codes AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and related standards
Skills:
Proficiency in welding metallurgy, procedures, and inspection techniques
Ability to interpret welding procedure specifications, technical drawings, and NDT reports
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Experience with welding process optimization and quality improvement initiatives