Welding Engineer: Process Optimization & Quality Leader

Ameritex Machine & Fab, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameritex Machine & Fab, LLC is seeking a Welding Engineer to serve as the technical authority for welding operations. You will develop world-class welding processes, ensure code compliance, and drive productivity and quality improvements across fabrication.

The role requires AWS CWI, 5+ years in heavy fabrication, and deep expertise in GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and AWS codes. Collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance is key for maximizing throughput and profitability.

Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Welding/Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in welding engineering in heavy fabrication or similar.
• Experience developing and qualifying welding procedures.
• Strong knowledge of GMAW, FCAW, GTAW.
• Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum.
• Understanding of AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6.
• Strong Excel skills and written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications and supporting docs.
• Establish standardized welding practices across production departments.
• Lead weld sequencing, joint prep, fixturing, distortion control, and heat management.
• Support Design Engineering to improve manufacturability and reduce welding costs.
• Evaluate new welding technologies, equipment, filler metals, and automation.
• Lead root cause investigations for weld-related quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop welding standards to improve throughput while staying code compliant.
• Administer welder qualification testing and maintain records.
• Mentor welders to improve technique and productivity.
• Troubleshoot weld defects, bottlenecks, and process variability.
• Support new product introductions into manufacturing.
• Participate in daily production meetings and provide technical recommendations.

Skills

Welding engineering

GMAW

FCAW

GTAW

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ameritex Machine & Fab, LLC is seeking a Welding Engineer to serve as the technical authority for welding operations. You will develop world-class welding processes, ensure code compliance, and drive productivity and quality improvements across fabrication.

The role requires AWS CWI, 5+ years in heavy fabrication, and deep expertise in GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and AWS codes. Collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance is key for maximizing throughput and profitability.