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Senior Welding Engineer Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing controls to ensure welded, machined, and formed metal products meet engineering specs, welding codes, and customer tolerances. The Sr QE ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing controls to ensure welded, machined, and formed metal products meet engineering specs, welding codes, and customer tolerances. Position ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing controls to ensure welded, machined, and formed metal products meet engineering specs, welding codes, and customer tolerances. Position ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing controls to ensure welded, machined, and formed metal products meet engineering specs, welding codes, and customer tolerances. Position ...

Plant Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

$180K/yr

Senior Plant Manager Direct Hire | Omaha, NE | Onsite About the Company This is a rare opportunity ... Coordinate across fabrication, welding, assembly, machining, painting, and shipping * Ensure proper ...

... Programming * Coordinate with the Sr Manager of Project Administration, Directors of Sales ... Familiarity with steel structure fabrication, welding procedures, and quality assurance standards

... Programming * Coordinate with the Sr Manager of Project Administration, Directors of Sales ... Familiarity with steel structure fabrication, welding procedures, and quality assurance standards

... Programming * Coordinate with the Sr Manager of Project Administration, Directors of Sales ... Familiarity with steel structure fabrication, welding procedures, and quality assurance standards

Senior Estimating Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Collaborate closely with project managers and engineers to optimize estimating strategies and ... welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space. You may be required ...

Buyer

Omaha, NE · On-site

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings / requirements (preferred) * Ability to manage ... Occasionally exposed to heat/cold, dust, noise, and welding fumes when working in plant Elliott ...

Senior Welding Engineer information

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$56.7K

$120.7K

$175K

How much do senior welding engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior welding engineer in Nebraska is $120,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,600.00 and $136,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior welding engineer?

A Senior Welding Engineer is a specialized engineering professional responsible for overseeing welding processes, procedures, and quality control in manufacturing or construction projects. They develop welding specifications, ensure compliance with industry standards, troubleshoot welding-related issues, and provide technical guidance to teams. Additionally, they may work on improving welding techniques, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring workplace safety. Their expertise is crucial for maintaining structural integrity and optimizing production efficiency.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a senior welding engineer?

As a Senior Welding Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include developing welding procedures, reviewing engineering drawings, and troubleshooting welding-related issues on the shop floor. You may also oversee the work of junior engineers or technicians, conduct weld inspections, and ensure compliance with safety and industry standards. Collaboration with design teams, quality assurance, and production staff is common to address challenges and optimize manufacturing processes. These tasks help ensure projects run smoothly, meet quality requirements, and are completed on schedule.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior welding engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Welding Engineer, you need extensive knowledge of welding processes, metallurgy, materials science, and a degree in welding, mechanical, or materials engineering. Familiarity with industry codes (such as ASME, AWS), experience using CAD software, and professional certifications like Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) are valuable assets. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate across departments. These competencies are essential for ensuring high-quality welds, maintaining safety standards, and driving project success in complex engineering environments.

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Infographic showing various Senior Welding Engineer job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,666 per year, or $58 per hour.

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Steel/Welding Design)

Accura Engineering

Omaha, NE • On-site

$96K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Steel/Welding Design)
Work Location: F.E. Warren AFB (Cheyenne, WY)
Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview
REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Serves as technical expert and advisor for control of civil and structural systems and related steel and welding features for federal construction projects.
  • Performs advisory, consulting and review duties involving civil / structural systems problems or non-compliance.
  • Review contract documents, including plans and specifications, during design for constructability, non-compliance, issue identification and contract clarity.
  • Participates in all phases of the contract modification process. Assists in preparation of scopes of work for RFP's, assists in preparation of government estimates, assists with review of contractor's proposals, and prepares contract modification documentation.
  • Will assist with steel and welding inspections, quality assurance, contract administration and providing technical expertise.
  • Documents reviews and analyzes contractor plans and technical submittals for approval action, including progress schedules, environmental, safety and quality control programs, certifications and shop drawings. Provides comments.
  • Prepares correspondence regarding Contractor performance, Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs), Requests for Information (RFIs) and other technical issues
  • Prepares both partial and final payment estimates including the measurement and computation of pay item quantities, verification of materials on hand, and percentage complete of lump sum items.
  • Demonstrated steel and steel connection experience.
  • Experience in weld design and compliance review in reviewing plans, submittals, RFIs and field inspections.
  • Non-destructive inspection (NDI) experience.
  • AISC certification.
  • Monitors and documents scheduled progress of all construction activities and phases of construction and advises the Resident Engineer, COR, and project team of potential slippage or delay.
  • Participates and executes RFI and Submittal reviews, including coordination with the designers, RE, and technical experts and executes responses to the contractor.
  • Review and provide technical assistance with HEMP Shielding, Radio Frequency (RF) Shield and ICD 705 construction requirements. Document review and interface with Designer of Record for technical changes or questions.
  • Logs and maintains data as necessary to assist with project management and decision making.

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Structural Engineering
  • Current Professional Engineer license within the State of Wyoming
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience as structural engineer on large complex multimillion dollar federal construction projects, preferably USACE and/or Department of Defense
  • Non-destructive inspection (NDI) experience.
  • AISC certification.
  • Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) Shield and ICD 705 construction requirements.
  • Knowledge of and experience with High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) design and construction requirements preferred.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify