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Fronius

Welding Engineer Technician

Oregon City, OR · On-site

$38.25 - $52.75/hr

The Welding Engineer Technician works with welding equipment. This role utilizes advanced knowledge ... Preferred Welding Engineering Technology B.S. * Knowledge of Spanish and/or German a plus * Strong ...

Thermal Engineering International

Welding Engineer

Joplin, MO · On-site

$32 - $44/hr

... Thermal Engineering International, (USA) Inc. Key Responsibilities · Oversee shop floor welding technician activities. · Review customer specifications and identify welding requirements. · ...

Thermal Engineering International

Welding Engineer

Joplin, MO · On-site

$32 - $44/hr

... Thermal Engineering International, (USA) Inc. Key Responsibilities · Oversee shop floor welding technician activities. · Review customer specifications and identify welding requirements. · ...

Thermal Engineering International

Welding Engineer

Joplin, MO · On-site

$32 - $44/hr

... Engineering International, (USA) Inc. Key Responsibilities • Oversee shop floor welding technician activities. • Review customer specifications and identify welding requirements. • Document ...

Antares

Welding Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$112K - $150K/yr

Work directly with welders, technicians, and suppliers to establish repeatable, high-quality ... Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering ...

Antaresindustries

Welding Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$38.50 - $53/hr

Work directly with welders, technicians, and suppliers to establish repeatable, high-quality ... Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering ...

53 Stations

Welding Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$36.75 - $50.50/hr

Work directly with welders, technicians, and suppliers to establish repeatable, high-quality ... Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering ...

Industrious Ventures

Welding Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$36.75 - $50.50/hr

Work directly with welders, technicians, and suppliers to establish repeatable, high-quality ... Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering ...

Advance Sourcing Concepts LLC

Weld Engineer

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Identify, evaluate, and resolve non-routine welding engineering problems as they relate to ... Lab Technicians. Due to the nature of the work done at EMD and the ever-evolving materials ...

Vantedge

Robotic Welding Engineer

Stockton, CA · On-site

$36.25 - $50/hr

Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Program ... Mentor technicians, programmers, operators, and manufacturing engineers. * Develop robotic welding ...

Socket.dev

Welding Engineer

Joplin, MO · On-site

$32 - $44/hr

... at Thermal Engineering International, (USA) Inc. Key Responsibilities * Oversee shop floor welding technician activities. * Review customer specifications and identify welding requirements.

Actalent

Welding Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Provide technical support and training to operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel ... Welding Process Engineering & Troubleshooting * Robotic Welding & Manufacturing Automation

Actalent

Welding Engineer

Newton, NC · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Provide technical support and training to operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel ... Welding Process Engineering & Troubleshooting * Robotic Welding & Manufacturing Automation

WSI Talent

Weld Engineer

Lawrenceburg, TN · On-site

$33.50 - $46.25/hr

The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on welding engineering experience in an automotive ... technicians on welding systems, troubleshooting, and equipment repair best practices Monitor ...

Bergpipecareers

Welding Engineer

Panama City, FL · On-site

$32 - $44/hr

Provides the necessary guidance, coaching and mentorship for the Welding Technicians and Process Engineer(s). * Develops and implements best practices for welding set‑up and welding process ...

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How much do welding engineering technician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for welding engineering technician in the United States is $62,977.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a welding engineering technician?

Welding Engineering Technicians are skilled professionals who support welding engineers in designing, testing, and improving welding processes and equipment. They help develop welding procedures, inspect welds for quality, and ensure that projects meet industry standards and safety regulations. Their work often involves troubleshooting welding issues, maintaining equipment, and assisting with the implementation of new technologies. Welding Engineering Technicians play a vital role in manufacturing, construction, and other industries where metal fabrication is essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a welding engineering technician?

To thrive as a Welding Engineering Technician, you need a solid understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, blueprint reading, and typically an associate degree or welding technology certification. Familiarity with welding equipment, inspection tools, quality control systems, and industry standards such as AWS or ASME codes is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring weld quality, safety, and efficiency in manufacturing or construction environments.

What are some common challenges welding engineering technicians face when working on large-scale projects?

Welding Engineering Technicians often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple teams to ensure welding specifications are met, troubleshooting unexpected material or equipment issues, and maintaining strict quality and safety standards under tight deadlines. Large-scale projects may also require adapting to evolving project requirements and working in diverse environments, from fabrication shops to construction sites. Success in these situations relies on strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly assess and resolve technical problems.

What is the difference between Welding Engineering Technician vs Welding Inspector?

AspectWelding Engineering TechnicianWelding Inspector
CertificationsWelding certifications, technical diplomasCertified Welding Inspector (CWI), AWS certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plants, on-site welding projectsInspection sites, construction sites, fabrication facilities
Job FocusSupporting welding processes, testing, quality controlInspecting welds, ensuring compliance with standards
Employer & IndustryManufacturers, construction, aerospaceConstruction, manufacturing, oil & gas

Welding Engineering Technicians and Welding Inspectors both work in welding-related fields but focus on different aspects. Technicians support welding processes and quality testing, while Inspectors verify weld quality and compliance. Both roles require certifications and are vital in manufacturing and construction industries.

What does a welding engineering technician do?

A welding engineering technician assists in developing, testing, and inspecting welding processes and procedures to ensure quality and safety. They often operate specialized equipment, interpret technical drawings, and may hold certifications such as AWS welding inspector credentials. Their work environment typically includes manufacturing plants, construction sites, or laboratories, supporting engineers in maintaining welding standards.

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Engineering Manager

Rochester Hills, MI

Energy Steel & Supply Co.
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The Engineering Manager is a working position at Energy Steel & Supply Co. (ESSC). In order to fill this position, the candidate must have a working knowledge and understanding of material fabrication methods such as welding, heat treating, nondestructive examination, metal roll forming, cutting, machining, and other industry practices common to the metal fabrication industry. He/she must be able to develop and/or assist with welding and fabrication procedures. The candidate for this position must also be able to read, understand and interpret customer design drawings and develop shop drawings for fabrication. He/she should have a general knowledge of metallurgical science and must be able to interpret ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Sections III and IX and AWS Structural Welding Codes. Additionally, this candidate must have a minimum of 10 years relevant engineering management experience. The following are the duties and responsibilities of the Engineering Manager position at ESSC.
Job Description and Duties
Responsibilities for the engineering and coordination of projects assigned.
  • Responsibilities defined in the Energy Steel & Supply Co. QA Manuals
    • Overall responsibility for design activities, coordination, planning, and engineering design and drawing records.
    • Coordinate with the Director, Quality Assurance on all project matters affecting quality.
    • Oversight of project activities with all departments responsible for specific project activities including those performed by subcontractors, consultants, and clients to include such actions as:
  • General engineering activities for projects.
    • Coordinating on technical matters such as, but not limited to, engineering functions associated with technical procurements, evaluation of conditional release of nonconforming items, performance of detailed design reviews, preparation of detailed job travelers (instructions), and preparation of fabrication documents such as detail/shop drawings.
    • Interpretation of customer design specification and drawings
    • Development, review, and distribution of ESSC shop drawings required for Code project activities.
    • For fabricated Code items, review nonconformance reports prior to disposition approval and document concurrence of the disposition on the nonconformance report. Ensure use as is and repair recommended dispositions include sufficient technical justification.
  • Supervision of the following positions within the Engineering Department:
    • Weld Engineer’s responsibilities including preparation, implementation, and maintenance of welding program; qualification of welders/weld operators in accordance with Code and regulatory requirements.
    • Establishing, certifying, and maintaining Welder Qualification Records (WQR).
    • Preparing, reviewing, and releasing Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
  • Engineering Personnel
    • Project Engineer
    • Engineering Technician – Welding
    • Engineering Technician – Drafting
  • Assisting the Sales Department:
    • In securing customer contracts.
    • In the preparation and performance of Technical Welding and Fabrication Sales Presentations to customers in person and via phone communications.
    • On trips to customer and/or vendor sites for presentation meetings if needed.
  • Contract oversight/administration:
    • Performing contract communication activities with the other departments and subcontractors.
    • Technical communications.
    • Expediting fabrication activities.
    • Development of Shop Drawings
    • Managing and controlling in-house and subcontracted fabrication and welding activities.
  • Equipment purchase consulting
    • Assessing equipment needs for contract fabrication performance and obtaining equipment source and cost information for procurement. Submitting cost studies to management for procurement approval.
    • Other duties as assigned
Minimum qualifications:
  • Due to Federal Contract requirements, US Citizenship is required for this position.
  • BSME or BSWE and 10 years of welding engineering experience in a commercial nuclear, defense or similar manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise technical personnel.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects.
  • Professional Engineer Registration or ability to gain registration.
  • Concentration in the nuclear and power generation industries desired.
  • Demonstrated experience establishing, certifying and maintaining Welder Qualification Records (WQR) and preparing, reviewing and releasing Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
  • Exhibit a thorough understanding of pertinent codes, governing regulations and industry practice. Demonstrated experience utilizing and interpreting ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Sections III, VIII and IX and AWS Structural Welding Codes desired.
  • Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards and specifications.
  • Expected travel is up to 10% annually.
  • Proficient in SolidWorks, MathCad, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet.
  • Highly ethical with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Detail oriented, organized, works independently, and highly motivated.