FlexSteel Welding Engineer
Baytown, TX - USA
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Job Summary
5 days onsite - Monday- Friday
FlexSteel () is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety Quality Human Development Delivery Innovation Productivity and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.
SUMMARY
The Welding Engineer serves as the subject matter expert for all welding processes at FlexSteel by supporting production quality training automation and continuous improvement initiatives. The Welding Engineer develops and optimizes welding procedures supports robotic welding systems certifies personnel and drives manufacturing efficiency and product quality
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Welding Process Development:
- Develop quality and maintain welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
- Establish process parameters for new products and materials.
- Troubleshoot welding defects and implement corrective actions.
- Improve weld quality productivity and repeatability.
- Production Support:
- Provide daily support to production teams.
- Investigate welding-related quality issues.
- Reduce scrap and rework through process improvements.
- Support root cause investigations.
- Robotic Welding Systems:
- Support programming and optimization of welding robots.
- Develop new robotic welding applications.
- Improve robot utilization cycle times and weld consistency.
- Work with maintenance and controls personnel on automation projects.
- Training & Qualification:
- Train welders operators and technicians.
- Administer welding qualification tests.
- Maintain welding certifications and training records.
- Serve as technical advisor on welding best practices.
- Quality & Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with AWS ASME API and customer requirements.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Review weld inspection data and recommend improvements.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Lead projects to improve efficiency quality throughput and safety.
- Evaluate new welding technologies and equipment.
- Support CAPEX projects involving welding and automation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
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EDUCATION EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
- Bachelors degree in Welding Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering or related subject required.
- 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing welding required.
- Experience developing WPS/PQR.
- Experience with robotic welding systems.
- Experience training and qualifying welders.
- Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Preferred certifications: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS)
- This position may require:
- Pre-employment drug screening
- Background checks
- Medical examinations
- Safety certifications
- Valid drivers license
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Working in various weather conditions
- Travel to remote locations
- Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
o Normally work in an office environment or from home as needed by the business; however occasionally may work at a branch location or manufacturing facility. o Occasionally may be exposed to hazards such as loud noise heavy equipment temperature extremes chemicals etc. while visiting a branch location or manufacturing facility. o The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. |
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
The safety requirments described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position may occasionally operate in an industrial/field environment. The role may require working in and around manufacturing equipment heavy machinery and potentially hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job the employee:
- Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures
- Participate in regular safety training
- Complete required safety certifications
- Comply with all environmental regulations
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Safety is our top priority. All employees must comply with our comprehensive safety programs participate in required safety training and demonstrate commitment to our safety-first culture.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Leading manufacturer of pressure control equipment used during drilling, completion and production operations onshore and offshore. Headquartered in Houston, Tx.