Weld Engineer

Job Highlights

Title	Weld Engineer
Type	Full Time
Experience	Required
Function	Management/Manufacturing
Location	Cheektowaga, GA, United States
Company	Xylem

Company Profile

Xylem is a water technology company that provides efficient, innovative, and sustainable water technologies. The company aims to create advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Weld Engineer who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing welding processes and procedures in manufacturing and construction environments.

Ensure welding operations’ quality, efficiency, and safety while maintaining compliance with industry standards and specifications.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering field.

Work Experience

• Professional certification such as Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or equivalent.
• Experience with welding procedure specification development and qualification.

Duties/Responsibilities

Core Roles-

• Analyze and troubleshoot welding-related issues, providing technical solutions to improve quality and productivity.
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to optimize welding processes.
• Conduct weld inspections and oversee quality control processes.
• Develop and oversee the qualification of welding procedures (WPS) and maintain procedure qualification records (PQR) following applicable codes and standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain proper documentation.
• Evaluate and approve welding equipment, consumables, and technologies for specific applications.
• Investigate weld failures and implement corrective actions.
• Train and certify welders, maintaining documentation of welder qualifications.

Program Management-

• Communicate program/project status and changes to relevant parties
• Coordinate cross-functional team meetings and provide regular updates to weld stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain and improve the weld program.
• Monitor program progress and identify potential risks.

Engineering Support-

• Provide technical expertise and support on weld-related questions and issues.
• Collaborate with engineers and other stakeholders to develop weld solutions and weld improvements.
• Review project designs and specifications for accuracy and feasibility.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues that arise during project execution.

Data Analysis and Reporting-

• Collect, organize, and analyze weld program data.
• Develop reports and presentations to communicate weld project progress and results.
• Identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success.
• Make data-driven recommendations for process improvement and cost reduction.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, API).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW).
• Understanding of metallurgy and material properties.

High Impact Behaviors-

• Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.
• Results-Driven Performance: High-performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers a full benefits package to includes Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and additional miscellaneous benefits.

Employer’s Statement

Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All the decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.