Weld Engineer IV

Job Highlights

Title	Weld Engineer IV
Type	Full Time
Experience	Not Indicated
Function	Manufacturing
Location	Austin, TX, United States
Company	Ultra Clean Technology (UCT)

Company Profile

Ultra Clean Holdings (UCT) is a leading developer and supplier of critical subsystems, components, parts, ultra-high purity cleaning, and analytical services primarily for the semiconductor industry.

Job Profile

The company is recruiting a Weld Engineer IV who will play a pivotal role in advancing semiconductor welding processes to meet the demands of emerging technologies.

Ensure fabrication methods and products adhere to global standards.

Develop innovative fabrication techniques to support welding teams worldwide.

Review and interpret welding standards, develop new processes, conduct audits, and provide training and support to welding teams.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

Experience should include MIG, TIG, and Orbital welding; development of weld fixturing; proficiency in non-destructive testing evaluation (radiography, etc.); welder setting implementation; creation and qualification of a WPS and WPQR, including inspection criteria by a CWI.

Material competence with various types of Stainless Steel (Inconel, Hastelloy, etc.) and Aluminum is required.

Duties/Responsibilities

Standards Review/Implementation-

• Analyze and interpret industry and customer welding standards.
• Develop and implement strategies and processes to ensure compliance across all global operations.
• Ensure standardization across all sites.
• Update company policies and procedures to reflect changes in relevant standards.

Quality Assurance/Auditing-

• Conduct regular audits of welding processes and products to ensure compliance with industry and customer standards.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive audit schedule and checklist.
• Identify non-compliance issues and collaborate with relevant teams to develop corrective actions.

Training/Support-

• Develop training materials and programs to enhance understanding and implementation of standards.
• Provide training and guidance to welding teams on industry and customer standards.
• Support teams in troubleshooting and resolving compliance-related issues.

Documentation/Reporting-

• Maintain thorough documentation of compliance efforts, including audit reports, corrective actions, and training records.
• Prepare and present regular compliance reports to senior management and customers.
• Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and readily accessible.

Stakeholder Collaboration-

• Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, production, and other relevant departments to ensure seamless compliance integration.
• Collaborate with all UCT engineering teams, including operations, quality, and design engineering.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding welding standards and compliance issues.
• Participate in industry forums and standards committees to stay informed about new developments and best practices.

Weld Process Oversight-

• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness standards: DI Wash/Dry, moisture detection, particle counts, working environment, contamination controls.
• Ensure functional compliance: hydrostatic testing, helium leak checks, coupon processes, x-ray reviews, in-process inspections, DfX reviews, and capability assessments.
• Oversee process compliance: welding, machining, WPS, QMS documents, PFMEAs, labeling, bagging, and training.
• Participate in cross-functional development of future weld and weld-related improvements.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong background in welding engineering, an in-depth understanding of international welding standards (ISO and AWS), excellent communication and leadership skills, and relevant hands-on experience.

Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Works in an office and cleanroom environment.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers
• Ability to sit for sustained periods
• Required to wear personal protective equipment
• Prolonged sitting with some standing and bending intermittently during work hours.
• Subject to interruptions

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Employer’s Statement

Ultra Clean Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company considers all qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.