Welding Engineer in St Louis

Job Description

Welding/Metallurgical Engineer

We specialize in providing custom-engineered equipment tailored to unique applications, whether upgrading existing systems or building new solutions at a competitive price. As a Welding/Metallurgical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in all welding-related activities and contribute to the success of our projects.

Responsibilities:

• Review customer specifications and identify project-specific welding requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and qualify welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and welder certifications.
• Oversee shop floor welding technicians and provide training to welders, fitters, and assemblers.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements through document review and inclusion in Inspection Test Plans.
• Conduct R&D on new welding techniques, equipment, and processes to improve efficiency.
• Monitor and evaluate welder performance, addressing any performance issues.
• Research and implement continuous improvement initiatives for welding and fabrication methods.
• Manage welder continuity records and produce monthly reports.
• Collaborate with customers to resolve welding-related concerns.
• Perform project management duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding, Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in welding or a related field.
• Proficient in general steel fabrication practices, welding, heat treatment, mechanical testing, and non-destructive testing (MT, RT, UT, VT).
• Familiarity with industry standards (AWS, ASTM, NAVSEA, MIL-SPEC).
• Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and capable of multitasking.
• PMP or PE certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 10%).

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only the most qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing opportunities, contact Dan Poel with gpac. Resumes can be confidentially sent to Tyler.broekhuis@gogpac.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.