Minimum 1 year as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred
Experience with CNC machine operation/programming
Hands-on welding experience with Aluminum and knowledge of oxidation
Familiarity with SolidWorks and CAD/CAM software
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean, and Six Sigma techniques
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize high precision EB weld designs and processes
Assist in designing weld fixturing and tooling
Document production welding best practices
Inspect welded joints for compliance with standards
Investigate welding defects and recommend corrective actions
Set up and interpret welding qualification test campaigns
Support production operations with welding techniques and guidance
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge welding technology
Collaborative environment with experienced engineers
Focus on safety and best practices in welding
Potential for professional development and training
Engagement in high-precision manufacturing processes
Full Job Description
DESCRIPTION:
This position will assist in weld process development, prototype, and testing of weldments to establish Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) for best practices and standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Develop, qualify, and optimize high precision technical EB weld designs, processes, and parameters
Assist and develop weld fixturing and tooling design
Assist in the development and documentation of production welding best practices for current product
Inspect welded joints to ensure welds meet specifications and AWS, AMS, ANSI Standards
Investigates and evaluates welding defects to determine appropriate cause(s) and corrective action(s)
Set up welding qualification test campaigns and interpret mechanical testing and NDE results
Support production operations on full scale welded assemblies, providing direction to manufacturing engineers and welders on correct techniques
Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices
Understand the importance of designing, building, and operating safe systems. Basic knowledge and understanding of basic safety work processes such as JSA's and MOC's.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
2-5 years highly skilled Electron Beam welding experience
1-year minimum experience as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline preferred
Preferred to have CNC machine operation/programming experience in G code, conversational, and up to 5-axis
Hands on welding experience of Aluminum and understanding of Aluminum oxidation
Must have weld development experience and cross section evaluation knowledge
Read and understand shop drawings and navigate SolidWorks drawing files
SolidWorks, CAD/CAM knowledge or ability to learn
Strong problem solving and organizational skills
Experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean and Six Sigma techniques.
Ability to successfully self-manage timelines and be self-motivated to control high precision welds. Ability to work with little to no supervision.
Keen attention to details
Excellent verbal and written communication and training skills
Semiconductor industry or other manufacturing experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:
Sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, use hands to finger, handle, or feel parts; reach with hands and arms; and talk and/or hear instructions.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Close vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to differentiate shades to identify defects.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:
Low noise levels in office environment.
Occasional moderate noise levels and working near moving mechanical parts.