Weld Engineering Technologist

Shipworker, Inc.; Aiken (SC); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

401(k) matching plan

Dental, vision, and disability cover

Paid time off and holidays

Training opportunities and career grow

Résumé du poste

BAE Systems in Aiken, South Carolina seeks a Weld Engineering Technologist I to support 2nd shift Weld Operations. You will audit for compliance, drive process improvements, and provide essential production engineering support to CMS. Opportunity to grow in a hands-on welding role with strong safety focus.

The position requires welding education and experience, proficiency in common welding processes, and a team-oriented mindset. On-site role with modest travel and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or welding certification with required experience as stated.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift: Mon–Thu 3:15 PM–1:45 AM.
• Hands-on welding process experience (GMAW, GMAW-Pulse, GTAW, SMAW).
• Proficient in MS Office for daily tasks.
• Strong safety mindset and training materials maintenance.

Responsabilités

• Apply welding knowledge to practical processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform regular compliance audits and ensure standards are met.
• Research and apply new technologies to improve quality and efficiency.
• Manage and optimize weld equipment maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
• Provide production engineering support to address technical challenges.
• Oversee maintenance of materials and facilities for weld schooling and certification tests.
• Assist in testing and qualification activities and maintain records.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement related to quality and cost metrics.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe workplace environment.

Connaissances

GMAW

GMAW-Pulse

GTAW

SMAW

MS Office

Formation

Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology/Weld Engineering/Applied Technology/Welding or related field

Weld Certification with HS Diploma and 4 years experience

Bachelor's degree in relevant field (no experience required)

Description du poste

Position Summary: BAE Systems is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Weld Engineering Technologist I to join the team at Aiken, South Carolina. This role is crucial for individuals eager to apply their welding knowledge and skills in support of our 2nd Shift Weld Operations. As the successful candidate, you will play a fundamental part in ensuring the smooth operation of our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business. On a daily basis, you will be involved in auditing for compliance, driving technological process improvements, and providing essential production engineering support. If you have an educational background in welding and manufacturing technologies and are ready to step into a role that promotes personal growth and makes a tangible impact, BAE Systems offers a platform to build your future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply educational insights to practical welding processes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform regular compliance audits and ensure adherence to established standards.
• Research and apply new technologies to improve process quality and efficiency.
• Manage and optimize weld equipment, including maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
• Offer timely production engineering support to address technical challenges.
• Oversee the maintenance of materials and facilities for weld schooling and certification tests.
• Assist in testing and qualification activities, maintaining meticulous records.
• Identify and act upon opportunities for continuous improvement regarding Quality and Cost metrics.
• Actively participate in developing and maintaining a safe workplace environment.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Weld Engineering, Applied Technology, Welding or related field with two (2) years of experience; OR Weld Certification with High School Diploma and four (4) years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree in relevant field with no experience necessary.
• Willingness to work the 2nd shift schedule of Monday through Thursday (3:15PM – 1:45AM).
• Hands-on experience with welding processes such as GMAW, GMAW-Pulse, GTAW, and SMAW.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication abilities.
• Competent in using MS Office suite for day-to-day activities.
• Proven track record of maintaining training materials and facilitating related training sessions.
• A strong commitment toward enhancing safety standards and practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in DOD/Defense weld manufacturing settings.
• Familiar with conducting welder testing, training, and audits.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Primarily on-site work environment with <10% travel obligations.

Reporting: This role reports to the 2nd Shift Weld Operations supervisor or designated team lead.

Location: Aiken, South Carolina, 29801

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Health savings account options.
• 401(k) retirement saving opportunities with company match.
• Coverage for disability, life, and accident insurance.
• Assistance programs for employees, including legal support.
• Discounts on various insurance including home, auto, and pet.
• Generous leave policies encompassing paid time off, holidays, parental leave, military leave, bereavement, and compliance with federal/state sick leave provisions.
• Employee recognition program rewards.
• Position-based financial and other types of incentives.

Experience Required: 2+ years of experience with an Associate's degree or certificate; none is required with a Bachelor's degree.

Pay Range: $57,866 – $98,372 per year