Senior Welding & Materials Engineer (Technical Manager)

Zeeco, Inc.; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeeco, Inc. in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Senior Welding & Materials Engineer to oversee global welding engineering and materials performance. The role involves providing leadership in welding processes and material integrity while ensuring compliance with relevant codes.

Expect responsibilities such as developing procedures, leading failure analyses, and supporting global fabrication teams. Ideal candidates have 8-12 years of experience and relevant engineering degrees, with CWI or PE certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in welding and materials engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, ASTM, and AWS standards.
• Experience in failure analysis and root cause investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of complex welding, metallurgical, and failure analysis issues.
• Oversee all welding-related technical matters.
• Develop and approve welding procedures and qualifications.

Skills

Welding engineering

Metallurgy

Materials selection

Technical leadership

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials, Welding, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees, from engineering teams to support groups, benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. Zeeco collaborates with the biggest names in the industry, enabling individuals to broaden their skills alongside teams of subject matter experts.

Position Summary

Zeeco is seeking an experienced Senior Welding & Materials Engineer to serve as a Technical Manager responsible for global oversight of welding engineering and materials performance across all Zeeco product lines and fabrication locations. This position will act as the subject matter expert (SME) for welding processes, metallurgy, and material integrity, providing leadership and technical direction to ensure compliance with applicable codes, customer specifications, and Zeeco quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Oversight
  • Serve as the company-wide authority on welding and material engineering.
  • Oversee all welding-related technical matters and provide global fabrication support.
  • Lead resolution of complex welding, metallurgical, and failure analysis issues.
  • Provide technical review and approval of welding procedures, qualifications, and repair methodologies.
• Welding Engineering
  • Develop, review, and approve WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications.
  • Establish best practices for weld joint design, heat input control, and distortion mitigation.
  • Ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, API codes and standards.
• Materials & Metallurgy
  • Provide expertise in material selection, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature applications.
  • Lead metallurgical evaluations and failure investigations.
  • Support traceability and compliance with material specifications.
• Quality & Compliance Integration
  • Investigate nonconformities and lead root cause analysis.
  • Develop corrective actions related to welding and materials.
  • Support audits and ensure compliance with quality systems.
• Vendor & Global Operations Support
  • Provide technical support to global fabrication teams and vendors.
  • Travel globally to support fabrication and resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials, Welding, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–12 years of experience in welding and materials engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, ASTM, and AWS standards.
• Experience in failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Preferred: Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or PE license.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical judgment and leadership
• Effective communication across global teams
• Practical problem-solving in fabrication environments

Travel Requirement: 25-30% (Global)

Working at Zeeco means being part of a people-centric culture and environment built on mutual respect, personal encouragement, professional integrity, and limitless opportunity. Join Zeeco and embark on a fulfilling journey where innovation, collaboration, and personal and professional growth converge.