Weld Engineer

At Curtiss Wright, our engineers make the impossible a reality. Due to our on-going growth, we are looking for a Welding Engineer to join our team in Pittsburgh! Do you crave a position that will allow you to mentor and engage with other engineers to create equipment and products that will make the world a better place? If so, then Curtiss Wright in Pittsburgh is the place for you.

Our Welding Engineers support our Welding and Manufacturing team so that the pumps and equipment we produce can survive the harshest environments on earth without compromising their quality or having an early end of life failure! To this we need an engineer experienced with the various welding codes like ASME Section III, ASME Section IX, or NAVSEA 250-1500. Our team of Weld Engineers ensure our work is continually meeting and exceeding our customers standards.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA – Cheswick suburbs

Salary: $85,000 - 125,000 per year
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus available for selected candidates!

We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

• In this role you will determine appropriate required welding techniques and procedures for welding applications and qualifications that support the products at EMD.
• Generate weld procedure and welder qualification records.
• Must be comfortable working effectively in a manufacturing environment where arc welding like GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, SAW, FCAW, PTAW processes which are used to produce x-ray quality structural and seal welds.
• Candidates need a working knowledge of welding metallurgy to resolve complex welding issues as well as interpret material specifications.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve non-routine welding engineering problems as they relate to nontraditional manufacturing and repair work.
• The ideal candidate needs a growth mindset that proactively seeks out to solve new and difficult welding engineering challenges.
• Effective communication skills are critical in this role as you will interface across all levels of EMD and customer organizations, both verbally and in written correspondence. Additionally, you will provide technical support and directions to a skilled labor force and Weld Development Lab Technicians.
• Due to the nature of the work done at EMD and the ever-evolving materials available in this position, candidate will be involved with identifying new and improving welding processes and techniques. This involves developing and managing material joining work plans, detailing schedules, and resource requirements to meet goals and deadlines.
• Role requires collaborating with design and manufacturing engineering counterparts to resolve joining issues while providing technical support to all involved parties.
• Actively interact and participate in meetings to support engineering, manufacturing and program management. To assist in the review of supplier qualifications and procedures or provide support for audits.
• Prior experience leading and mentoring other engineers in areas of expertise to facilitate growth and continual improvement is preferred.

What You Bring

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering, or Welding Engineering Technology. Degrees in Metallurgy, or Materials Science with Welding Engineering experience will also be considered. Advanced degrees in these disciplines are desired.
• 6+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of arc welding processes. Experience with GTAW, FCAW, SAW is preferred, but will also consider candidates with knowledge of GMAW, SMAW or PTAW techniques.
• Candidates need experience with either ASME Section III, ASME Section IX, NAVSEA, or Tech Pub welding codes.
• Candidates should have experience working with various carbon, alloy and stainless steels, along with nickel, and copper-based alloys, in addition to dissimilar metal welding.
• Must have prior experience as a Welding Engineer, Materials Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer.
• Effective communication and organizational skills are essential for working with engineering and operations, and the composition and documentation of processes and procedures.
• Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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