Welding Engineer I

Arrowhead Products Corporation; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Products Corporation in California seeks a Welding Process Engineer to support manufacturing across fusion and resistance welding, develop and implement weld procedures, and coordinate qualification activities on the shop floor. The role requires an associate degree or equivalent and 0–2 years in GTAW or related processes.

You will liaise with operations, QA, and tooling, organize welder certifications, and contribute to Lean manufacturing initiatives to ensure cost-effective

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0–2 years’ experience in GTAW and/or 0–2 years’ experience in special process administration.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with operations concerning weld related issues.
• Write & implement weld process planning and welding procedures.
• Specify and order welding equipment and supplies.
• Organize and track welder certifications.
• Issue and execute welder certification tests.
• Maintain weld schedule and weld procedure files.
• Program weld equipment controllers.
• Support process development for fusion welding automation.
• Participates in quotation proposals by supporting manufacturing concepts to establish cost-effective tooling.
• Participates in product and process development and design reviews; approve weld joint drawings and transfers to production.
• Support and advise on establishment/application of weld methods, materials and equipment.
• Conduct Lean Manufacturing activities including 6S and Kaizen events.

Skills

GTAW experience

EBW

Resistance welding

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Welding symbols interpretation

Communication skills

Planning and scheduling

Automation weld equipment programming

Weld equipment controllers

Education

Associate’s degree in welding technology

Tools

Weld equipment programming

Automation equipment controllers

Job description

Job SummaryUnder minimal direction, supports manufacturing in its entirety and various linked departments in evaluating, developing, planning, coordinating, directing and improving fusion and resistance weld processes. Supports Manufacturing Engineering during tool selection, including during quoting process. Support internal and external auditing for special processes. Supports weld candidate selections, certification and improvement.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLiaison with operations concerning weld related issuesWrite & implement weld process planning and welding proceduresSpecify and order welding equipment and suppliesOrganize and track welder certificationsIssue and execute welder certification testsMaintain weld schedule and weld procedure filesProgram weld equipment controllersSupport process development for fusion welding automationParticipates in quotation proposals by supporting manufacturing concepts in conjunction with interested company members to establish efficient and cost-effective fabrication tooling that will make the products, in accordance with prescribed engineering, quality and customer requirements.Participates in product and process development and design reviews, approves all weld joint design drawings and provides for smooth transfer into production. Support, coordinates and advises on establishing and/or application of weld methods, material and equipment.Conducts and participates in Lean Manufacturing activities, including 6S and Kaizen events.This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.Education and ExperienceAssociate’s degree from a two-year college or university, or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of (0-2) years’ experience in GTAW and/ or (0-2) years’ experience in special process administrationKnowledge, Skill and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to extract welding requirements from specifications and engineering drawingsInterpret weld symbolsWorking knowledge of GTAW, EBW PAW and resistance welding processes.Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.Plan daily activities to ensure multiple projects or requirements are met.Must have good communication skills both written and oral.Application of database software and programming of automation weld equipmentSupervisory ResponsibilitiesN/APhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentTo successfully perform the essential functions of this role, an individual must:Work Environment Exposures:Work around equipment and machinery in a manufacturing environment.Walk on uneven ground.Be exposed to excessive noise, dust, gases, fumes, and chemicals commonly associated with manufacturing processes (e.g., paint, solvents, coatings, and fiberglass).Be exposed to extremes in temperature, humidity, or wetness, particularly on the manufacturing floor.Protective Equipment:Use special visual or auditory protective equipment as required.Use safety glasses and wear safety shoes as required.Physical Requirements:Lift, push, and pull up to 35 lbs.Sit, stand, and walk frequently.Bend, stoop, squat, reach occasionallyFrequent use and motion of hands and arms, including gripping and graspingOperate computers and equipment frequently.Special RequirementsN/ALimitations and DisclaimerThis job description outlines essential responsibilities but does not represent an exhaustive list. The company may modify duties as needed. The company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA and applicable state laws.