Weld Engineer

CTR Group; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

Safety first

Job summary

CTR Group seeks a Welding Engineer in Newport News, VA to support production, quality, and process improvement in a heavy equipment manufacturing environment. The role blends hands-on welding expertise with engineering fundamentals to develop procedures, qualify welders, and ensure code compliance.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with fabrication teams, troubleshoot weld issues, review drawings, and drive continuous improvement across welding operations while upholding AWS/ASME/ISO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or related field.
• Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW processes.
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME, ISO welding codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and maintain WPS, PQR, WPQ documentation.
• Support welder qualification testing and process validation.
• Guide joint design, filler metals, heat input, and welding techniques.
• Troubleshoot weld defects with cross-functional teams.
• Review drawings and verify weld symbols for manufacturability.
• Assist with new welding technologies and automation.

Skills

Welding Engineering

Shop-floor collaboration

Root-cause analysis

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering

Tools

WPS/PQR/WPQ

Job description

CTR Group is seeking a Weld Engineer in Newport News, VA. Immediate openings and urgently hiring!

What We Offer: Weekly Pay - you receive a paycheck every week Comprehensive Benefits Package Safety First!

Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Welding Engineer to support production, quality, and process improvement within a large‑scale heavy equipment manufacturing environment. This role blends hands‑on welding expertise with strong engineering fundamentals and plays a key part in developing procedures, supporting welder qualifications, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate enjoys partnering with fabrication teams, solving complex weld issues, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Welding Engineering & Technical Support: Develop, revise, and maintain WPS, PQR, and WPQ documentation in accordance with applicable codes and internal standards.
• Support welder qualification testing, procedure qualification, and weld process validation.
• Provide technical guidance on joint design, filler metals, heat input, and welding techniques to ensure high‑quality, repeatable results.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Review engineering drawings and verify weld symbols, joint details, and material specifications for manufacturability.
• Assist with the introduction and optimization of new welding technologies, equipment, and automation.
• Quality, Compliance & Process Improvement: Ensure adherence to AWS, ASME, ISO, and other relevant welding codes and standards.
• Support NDT activities and interpret results in partnership with quality personnel.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on weld quality, efficiency, and process stability.
• Contribute to root‑cause analysis and corrective action development for weld‑related nonconformances.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with shop‑floor welders, supervisors, and engineering teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Provide training and technical support to production teams to strengthen welding capability across the facility.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on welding standards, procedures, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience supporting welding operations in manufacturing, heavy equipment, industrial fabrication, or structural steel environments.
• Strong understanding of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and related welding processes.
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME, ISO, or similar welding codes.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Hands‑on problem‑solving approach with the ability to work closely with shop‑floor personnel.
• Preferred: experience with robotic/automated welding, metallurgy, heat treatment, or NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, UT).

About CTR Group

CTR Group operates in the staffing and recruitment industry, Nationwide for over 35 years. We provide full‑service staffing support for various sectors including Marine Trades, Heavy Industrial, Light Industrial, Commercial, Technical, Professional, Aerospace and Aviation, and Energy. We offer a range of placement options such as Direct Hire, Contract Labor, Temporary & Temp to Hire. CTR Group takes pride in its high ratings across various platforms, reflecting our commitment to excellence and our dedication to providing quality staffing and employment services. CTR Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and defined requirements of the job, not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other protected status. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified.

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