Senior Marine Welding Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems,

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 163,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Trident Maritime Systems is seeking an experienced Welding Engineer to support welding in marine ship repair, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. You will develop, implement, and maintain welding procedures while ensuring compliance with military, commercial, and industry standards.

The role requires extensive knowledge of welding processes, metallurgy, and quality assurance for naval vessels and marine fabrication.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Welding/Materials/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Minimum 5 years welding engineering experience in shipbuilding/repair or marine fabrication.
Experience with military NAVSEA specs and welding standards.
Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, discontinuities, and inspection methods.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, qualify, and maintain WPS, PQR, and supporting welding documentation.
Provide technical guidance to welders, supervisors, inspectors, and production personnel.
Evaluate welding methods, joint designs, filler metals, shielding gases, and welding parameters.
Troubleshoot welding defects and fabrication issues; develop corrective actions.
Support welding operations across carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and marine alloys.
Evaluate distortion, residual stresses, heat input, and preheat/interpass temperatures.
Assist development of new welding technologies and processes.