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Bechtel

Field Welding Engineer

New Albany, OH · On-site

$34.50 - $47.50/hr

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project * Work Location: New Albany, OH Extraordinary teams ... In this role, you will maintain the field welding program and provide welding engineering support ...

HADRIAN

Welding Engineer, Special Projects

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$120K - $250K/yr

The Role We are seeking a Welding Engineer to support the development of Hadrian's next-generation ... Benefits for Full-time Employees * Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees ...

Bechtel

Tanks Field Welding Engineer

Brownsville, TX

$30.75 - $42.25/hr

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project * Work Location: Brownsville, TX Extraordinary teams ... The Field Welding Engineer is responsible for the supporting the Lead Field Welding Engineer in ...

Bechtel

Tanks Field Welding Engineer

Brownsville, TX · On-site

$30.75 - $42.25/hr

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project * Work Location: Brownsville, TX Extraordinary teams ... The Field Welding Engineer is responsible for the supporting the Lead Field Welding Engineer in ...

Bechtel

Field Engineer - Welding (UGs)

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$33.25 - $45.75/hr

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project * Work Location: CHEYENNE, Various Work Locations USA ... The candidate will act as the Field Welding Engineer on the upcoming project. The candidate may ...

Bechtel

Field Engineer - Welding (UGs)

Cheyenne, WY

$34 - $46.75/hr

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project * Work Location: CHEYENNE, Various Work Locations USA ... The candidate will act as the Field Welding Engineer on the upcoming project. The candidate may ...

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How much do full time welding engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time welding engineer in the United States is $41.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $47.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Full Time Welding Engineer do?

A Full Time Welding Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing welding processes and procedures in manufacturing or construction projects. They ensure the quality and safety of welds, select appropriate welding techniques and materials, and may troubleshoot welding problems on site. Welding Engineers also collaborate closely with other engineers, technicians, and project managers to meet technical specifications and industry standards. Their expertise helps maintain structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations.

What does collaboration look like for a Full Time Welding Engineer within a manufacturing team?

As a Full Time Welding Engineer, collaboration is a key part of daily operations. You’ll regularly work alongside production supervisors, quality assurance teams, and design engineers to ensure welding processes meet both safety standards and project specifications. This often involves troubleshooting production issues on the shop floor, optimizing welding procedures, and providing technical guidance to welders. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as you’ll translate complex technical requirements into practical solutions and help coordinate between departments to meet manufacturing goals.

What is the difference between Full Time Welding Engineer vs Welding Supervisor?

AspectFull Time Welding EngineerWelding Supervisor
CertificationsWelding Engineer Certification, AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWE)Welding Supervisor Certification, AWS Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS)
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, quality assurance, project planningOn-site supervision, overseeing welding operations
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, oil & gas, aerospaceManufacturing plants, construction sites, fabrication shops

Full Time Welding Engineers focus on designing welding procedures, ensuring quality standards, and supporting projects through technical expertise. Welding Supervisors oversee daily welding operations, manage teams, and ensure safety compliance. While both roles require welding certifications and industry experience, their primary responsibilities differ—engineers focus on planning and quality, supervisors on execution and supervision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Welding Engineer, and why are they important?

A Full Time Welding Engineer typically needs a bachelor's degree in welding engineering or a related field, strong understanding of metallurgy, and experience with welding processes and codes. Familiarity with CAD software, welding simulation tools, and certifications such as Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help in collaborating with teams and addressing manufacturing challenges. These competencies are essential for ensuring weld quality, process efficiency, and compliance with safety and industry standards.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Welding Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% Full Time, 94% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,554 per year, or $41.6 per hour.
Welding Engineer, Special Projects

Welding Engineer, Special Projects

Hadrian Automation, Inc

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$120K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future
Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts.
We're accelerating our mission with the launch of Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona, a 290,000-square-foot facility creating 350 new jobs. We are expanding rapidly to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to expand into naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts.
Hadrian is backed by leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our fast-growing team is united around reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond.
The Role
We are seeking a Welding Engineer to support the development of Hadrian's next-generation automated factory systems for mission-critical aerospace and defense components. You will work alongside a highly driven team of design, automation, and manufacturing engineers to bring welded assemblies from concept through full-rate production.
This is a hands-on, factory-integrated role requiring strong technical depth in materials and welding processes, as well as comfort operating in high pace manufacturing environments.
What You'll Do
  • Develop, qualify, and optimize welding processes including, but not limited to laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), orbital tube welding, resistance welding, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), friction stir welding, or plasma arc welding
  • Work with welding of high strength steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and other high-performance alloys
  • Collaborate closely with design, tooling, automation, and manufacturing engineers to implement new parts and welding technologies into production
  • Partner with NDE personnel to evaluate weld quality on development and production hardware, and support the implementation of advanced inspection techniques
  • Support production scale-up by creating detailed welding work instructions, defining equipment maintenance plans, and authoring Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
  • Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace, defense, and maritime welding standards

What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered)
  • 2+ years of experience in welding engineering or weld process development
  • Fundamental understanding of:
  • Laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding, orbital tube welding, resistance welding, gas metal arc welding, friction stir welding, or plasma arc welding
  • High-strength steel, stainless steel, nickel-based alloys, titanium, and aluminum alloys
  • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and clearly communicate status and results across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders

What Will Set You Apart
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, shipbuilding, or offshore manufacturing
  • Familiarity with standards such as:
  • AWS (e.g., D1.1, D1.2, D17.1), ASME Section IX, MIL-STD welding requirements, ABS, NAVSEA, DNV, or other maritime classification standards
  • Experience with robotic or automated welding systems
  • Exposure to NDT processes and inspection program development
  • Experience qualifying and managing external weld suppliers
  • Background in high-mix, low-volume or advanced manufacturing environments

Compensation
For this role, the target salary range is $120,000-$250,000 (actual range may vary based on experience).
This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Benefits for Full-time Employees
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
  • 401k
  • Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
  • Flexible vacation policy

ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Hadrian Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the Company's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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