BS Degree in Engineering, preferably weld engineering, with a minimum of 5 years of direct welding engineering experience (Welding Engineer) or 10 years of direct welding engineering experience (Senior Welding Engineer). Or AS Degree in Engineering or Welding Technology with a minimum of 10 years of direct welding engineering experience (Welding Engineer).
Strong knowledge of welding processes including, but not limited to, SMAW, SAW, GTAW, GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW, Automation, and Mechanized.
Strong knowledge of and ability to read, understand, and interpret NAVSEA, ABS, ASME, ASIC, AWS, ASTM, ANSI, and other codes and standards (including 1688, 1689, 2025, 248, 802-7094539).
Strong technical knowledge of welding, metallurgy, heat treating, and material specifications to support fabrication operations.
Ability to develop weld procedures per S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 utilizing NAVWELD with a minimum of 2 years of development experience for FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and SAW processes.
Knowledge of selection and application of welding consumables and equipment for various material combinations.
Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
Position requires US Citizenship.
Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Squat, Climb, Reach, Push and Pull, Stoop, Crawl, Kneel, Balance, Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
General shipyard/industrial environment. Work is has physical demands that require frequent movement up to 65% of the time.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.
