Weld Engineer - WPS/PQR/WPQ
Company: Talent Search PRO
Location: New Haven
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Purpose Responsible for developing welding techniques,
procedures, and application of welding equipment to problems
involving fabrication of metals, utilizing knowledge of production
specifications, properties and characteristics of metals and metal
alloys, and engineering principles. Conducts research and
development investigations to develop and test new fabrication
processes and procedures, improve existing or develop new welding
equipment, develop new or modify current welding methods,
techniques, and procedures. Duties and Responsibilities Establish
welding procedures to guide production and welding personnel
relating to specification restrictions, material processes, pre-
and post-heating requirements which involve use of complex alloys,
unusual fabrication methods, welding of critical joints, and
complex post heating requirements. Design and create any required
welding fixtures for standard product production. Develop internal
pacification methods to pacify welds. Evaluate new developments in
welding field for possible application to current welding problems
or production processes. Direct and coordinate technical personnel
in performing inspections to ensure workers' compliance with
established welding procedures, restrictions, and standards; in
testing welds for conformance with national code requirements; or
testing welding personnel for certification. Partner with Buyers to
develop a supply chain for welding consumables, and any weldment
parts that can be outsourced to support the product line. Fixture,
weld and assemble product to customer specifications. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be
assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications BS
degree in Materials Engineering or Welding Engineering; or 10
years’ experience in the applicable subject matter welding. At
least a level II Visual Weld Inspector training required. 2-4 years
of experience in welding or stainless steel required. Proficient in
all aspects of quality and quality systems including ISO 9000 and
similar benchmarks. 3D Modeling Ability to use computers and
software programs including: Solidworks AutoCAD 2D MS Outlook MS
Word MS Excel Individual must be able to work independently and
professionally to support a startup environment. Minimal travel is
required. Direct Reports None Physical Requirements Frequently
sitting and using standard office equipment (i.e., computer,
keyboard, mouse, phone). Frequently standing and walking.
Occasionally twisting/turning, stooping/bending, squatting and
climbing. Frequently repetitive hand/wrist motion and forearm
rotation. Frequently lifting 1-10 lbs and occasionally lifting
11-50 lbs. Occasionally carrying up to 25 lbs. Occasionally
pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequently using machinery or tools.
Occasionally doing simple grasping or fine manipulation. May have
to drive up to .02 hours/day.
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