Senior Weld Process Engineer

Automated Systems of Tacoma; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Life Science Industry is seeking a Senior Weld Process Engineer to enhance their manufacturing processes. The role involves optimizing welding and fabrication, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring production staff. Candidates should have extensive experience in welding techniques and process improvement, with a degree in engineering.

Benefits

Medical (HSA & PPO)

Dental

Vision

401(K) with up to 5% company match

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Bonus potential

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in sheet metal and welding engineering.
• Expertise in MIG, TIG, Stick, Resistance welding processes.
• Certification in welding (CWI or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve welding processes to enhance cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability.
• Troubleshoot and implement corrective actions for welding defects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Welding simulation tools

Job description

At AST, we enhance the efficiency, productivity, and safety of flexibleaseptic manufacturing processesfor the worldwide Life Science Industry by offering innovative products, services, and solutions.

Do you want to contribute to a shared vision and mission? Would you like to bring your unique talents to have a significant impact at a growing company? At AST we strive to build a workplace that enables every team memberto meet and exceed their capabilities. We set our expectations high and provide the environment and resources necessary to bring out the very best. AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal/professional development is our key to this longevity. AST is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation for onsite WA applicants is $120,000 to $160,000 annually. All applicants are welcome to apply.

Employee benefits include: Medical (HSA & PPO), Dental, Vision, Long/Short term disability, HSA account with employer contribution, 401(K) (Traditional & Roth options) with up to 5% company match, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holiday, and bonus potential.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Weld Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and oversee fabrication, welding, and finishing processes within our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in welding techniques, metallurgy, and process improvement to ensure high-quality and cost-effective production. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting welding issues, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities and Activities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop, evaluate, and improve fabrication/welding/finishing processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Define sheet metal fabrication parameters, procedures, and specifications for various materials and applications.
• Define welding parameters, procedures, and specifications for various materials and applications.
• Troubleshoot fabrication and welding defects, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability and manufacturability of components.
• Evaluate, recommend and support fabrication and welding suppliers to assure products meet expected standards.
• Define and train welding process validation, including destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (AWS, ASME, ISO) and company quality requirements.
• Train and mentor production staff on best fabrication, welding practices, and process controls.
• Maintain documentation including: work instructions, weld maps, and process control plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Expected travel: <30%

Core Competencies, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or work equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in sheet metal and welding engineering, process development, or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in various sheet metal fabrication processes (waterjet, laser cut, bending, forming, etc.).
• Proficiency in various welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick, Resistance, Laser, etc.). Skilled with stainless steel TIG welding is required.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment, and material science.
• Experience with robotic and automated welding systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with CAD software, welding simulation tools, and quality inspection techniques.
• Certification in welding (CWI, CWE, or similar) is preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take and successfully pass a drug test.

AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal/professional development is our key to this longevity. AST is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation is competitive, including salary, bonus potential, health plan options, competitive 401K match, and paid time off.