Rail Welding Process Engineer — MIG/TIG/FSW Expert

Norsk Hydro; Vila Nova de Gaia; Presencial; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Travel opportunities

On-site work environment

Resumo da oferta

Hydro Extrusions in Porto is seeking a Senior Welding Engineer to support welding development, qualification, and execution for rail structural components (MIG, TIG, FSW). You will ensure EN 15085 and ISO 3834 compliance, work with aluminium alloys, and guide European sites in welding technology and quality improvements.

The role blends hands-on welding expertise with standards knowledge and cross-functional collaboration to drive safety and efficiency in rail and automotive projects.

Qualificações

• Master's degree and welding certifications required.
• Hands-on welding experience in MIG/TIG/FSW, preferably in rail or aluminium environments.
• Knowledge of EN 15085 and ISO 3834 standards and aluminium alloys (6xxx).

Responsabilidades

• Support feasibility assessments for welding during RFQs and projects.
• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and qualifications.
• Define and optimize welding parameters with production teams.
• Ensure compliance with EN 15085, ISO 3834 and customer requirements.
• Provide on-site technical support and troubleshoot welding issues.
• Lead root cause analyses for defects and support continuous improvement.
• Define inspection and testing plans and support audits and certifications.
• Guide production sites on welding technologies and industrialization best practices.

Conhecimentos

MIG welding

TIG welding

FSW welding

Rail/aluminium experience

IWE/EWE certification

Formação académica

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or materials science

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Hydro Extrusions in Porto is seeking a Senior Welding Engineer to support welding development, qualification, and execution for rail structural components (MIG, TIG, FSW). You will ensure EN 15085 and ISO 3834 compliance, work with aluminium alloys, and guide European sites in welding technology and quality improvements.

The role blends hands-on welding expertise with standards knowledge and cross-functional collaboration to drive safety and efficiency in rail and automotive projects.