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Supports engineering and scientific staff by developing, testing, and refining aluminum welding processes and equipment. Plays a key role in tooling development, process optimization, and quality assurance for aluminum welding competency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and implements tooling and fixtures specific to aluminum welding applications.Reviews project instructions, blueprints, and welding specifications to determine process requirements and potential improvements.Drafts detailed drawings or sketches for fabrication of welding jigs, fixtures, and components.Sets up and operates welding equipment, including TIG and MIG systems, for aluminum materials.Conducts weld tests and inspections to ensure compliance with design and quality standards.Troubleshoots welding issues and recommends process changes or equipment modifications.Collaborates with design and production teams to optimize weld joint designs and manufacturability.Records welding procedures, test results, and recommendations for process improvements.Ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards related to welding operations.Supervisory Responsibilities
May occasionally supervise production workers or welders involved in aluminum welding projects.
Qualifications
Education/Experience: Associate degree in Welding Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Certifications: Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential from the American Welding Society (AWS) is required.Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical documents, welding codes, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in geometry, trigonometry, and material calculations relevant to welding and fabrication.Reasoning Ability: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt welding techniques to meet design and production needs.Physical Demands
Frequent standing, bending, and handling of welding equipment.Occasional lifting of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required during welding operations.Work Environment
Exposure to welding fumes, heat, and noise.Work performed in both shop and manufacturing floor environments.Safety protocols and ventilation systems in place to mitigate exposure risks.The hourly pay range for this role is $26.00 to $38.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.mywabtecbenefits.com.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
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Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
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