Welding Sales Specialist

Airgas, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive family benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

A leading industrial supplier in New York is seeking a Welding Sales Specialist to evaluate welding processes and provide expertise in B2B settings. The role includes conducting Weld Surveys, suggesting improvements, and mentoring team members. Applicants should have a degree in Engineering or equivalent experience and at least five years in sales. The position offers base pay between $85k and $100k, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, 401(k), and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent formal welding experience.
• Five or more years in B2B or specialized sales.
• Experience or knowledge in CNC cutting, robotic welding, plasma/laser systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing welding processes at client sites.
• Conduct Weld Surveys and Efficiency Analyses.
• Mentor welding specialist team and provide training.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project coordination skills

Mentoring abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Tools

CNC cutting systems

Robotic welding systems

Plasma/laser systems

Job description

Job Summary

Welding Sales Specialist (Open)

Location: Islandia, NY (Plant) – filling industrial positions.

At Airgas, we are seeking a Welding Sales Specialist to act as a subject matter expert in high‑level welding engineering, drive operational excellence, and advance our Advanced Fabrication Sales Methodology in B2B environments.

Responsibilities

• Visit internal field plants and external client sites to evaluate existing welding processes.
• Conduct Weld Surveys and Efficiency Analyses to recommend meaningful improvements.
• Identify bottlenecks, suggest safer techniques, and propose advanced technologies that enhance efficiency and safety.
• Provide knowledgeable support and share expertise on CNC cutting systems, robotic welding systems, and plasma/laser integration.
• Act as a mentor to the wider welding specialist team; provide onsite product and application training for customers to upskill their workforce.
• Coordinate the installation and servicing of fixed and robotic automation projects, ensuring alignment across all stakeholders.
• Collect and report on market trends, industry activities, and customer needs to keep Airgas as a trusted reference and leader in the industry.
• Advance the Advanced Fabrication Sales Methodology to contribute to the growth of capital equipment, robotics, and automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent years of formalized welding experience.
• Five or more years in B2B or specialized sales.
• Reliable transportation, current driver’s license, and minimum liability insurance required by state vehicle registration.
• Experience or knowledge in CNC cutting, robotic welding, plasma/laser systems.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and project coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding Engineering Degree or related technical background.
• Exposure to technical sales or consultative background.
• Military welding training or experience.
• 4+ years in welding or industrial industry.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Membership in ASME, ASNT, ASQ, ASM, AWS, or SME.

Benefits

• Base Pay: $85k‑100k with additional bonus opportunities.
• Auto allowance and mileage reimbursement.
• Comprehensive family benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Parent support: 14‑week paid childbirth benefit.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company, is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request accommodations, please contact us by email at [e-mail].