Welding Process Specialist

Airgas, Inc.; Williston (VT, ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welding Process Specialist to drive sales and provide technical expertise in welding processes across Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. This role requires a dynamic individual who can engage with customers, optimize welding applications, and enhance their experience through training and support. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to safety and efficiency in welding operations. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and supports its employees with comprehensive benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401k with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarships

Qualifications

• 2 certifications from CWI, CWS, CWE, NCCER, or similar.
• 3+ years of technical sales experience in the welding industry.

Responsibilities

• Grow profitable sales of welding processes to new and existing customers.
• Provide technical knowledge and match customer needs with appropriate products.

Skills

Technical Sales

Welding Processes

Problem-Solving

Communication

Relationship Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Welding

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Sales Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

R10056780 Welding Process Specialist (Open)

Location:

Portland, ME - Filling industrial
Bangor, ME - Retail shop
Bennington, VT - Retail shop
Nashua, NH - Retail shop
St. Johnsbury, VT - Retail shop
Swanzey, NH - Retail shop
White River Junction, VT - Retail shop
Williston, VT (NEA) - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Position Title: Weld Process Specialist

• Covering VT, NH, & ME
• Frequent regional travel (up to 50% of work time) requiring overnight stays.

The Welding Process Specialist is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Welding Processes, Applications, and Economics. This technical sales role focuses on shortening sales cycles for Welding and Automation by providing cost-saving engineering, shielding gas selection, weld training, product demos, technical info, and automation guidance. The specialist interacts with Airgas staff, vendors, and customers.

• Grow profitable sales of large capital Welding Processes and Applications to new and existing customers.
• Provide technical knowledge and match customer needs with appropriate products/services using Airgas sales tools.
• Initiate sales calls, offer product/application training, engineering support, and automation services.
• Coordinate installation and service of robotic, plasma, laser, and automation projects.
• Evaluate customer welding/cutting processes and provide training for optimization.
• Collect market data on customer needs, trends, and competitors.
• Use sales and marketing literature to promote the Airgas welding initiatives.
• Maintain and upgrade technical and sales skills through training and research.
• Complete sales paperwork and respond to communications promptly.
• Operate safely and promote safety culture.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

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Are you a MATCH?

• Associate's Degree in Welding (AAS) or equivalent military/trade experience; Bachelor's in Engineering preferred.
• Requires 2 certifications from CWI, CWS, CWE, NCCER, or similar.
• Additional certifications like CWEng, CWSR, or Level II/III NDT are desirable.
• OSHA 10/30-hour card or certificate required.
• Memberships in AWS, ASM, ASNT, ASQ, ASME, SME are highly desirable.
• 3+ years of technical sales experience and 7+ years in welding industry.
• Strong relationship management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and travel to customer sites with varying environments.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.

We support our employees with comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, parental leave, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, and scholarships.

Your differences enhance our performance

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to foster innovation and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. Please review our EEO policies and accommodations info at the provided links. We do not discriminate based on protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities.