Welding Engineer

Job DescriptionTitle: Welding Engineer

Location: Lemont, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $80k-$100k/yr. Bonus: 8% that is paid out quarterly

Benefits: Insurance ( Health/ Medical/ Dental), Paid Holidays, PTO, AND 401k with company match.

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Welding Engineer near Lemont, IL with a leading manufacturer of electrical power grid solutions. This opportunity is a great opportunity to work with a stable and recession proof company.

Job Duties:

Create detailed welding process standards and work instructions

Train production staff on welding techniques and procedures

Analyze and enhance welding processes for efficiency and cost reduction

Develop and implement KPIs to track and improve welding performance

Design, develop, and implement custom welding fixtures and jigs

Ensure fixture designs align with operational requirements

Maintain quality control processes, ensuring compliance with AWS, ISO, and other standards

Investigate welding defects and implement corrective actions

Prepare and review inspection reports and weld procedure specifications (WPS)

Maintain accurate records of welding processes and improvements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Experience as a Welding Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial setting

Strong knowledge of welding processes (MIG, TIG, SMAW, FCAW) and materials (metals, alloys)

Proficiency in CAD software for fixture design

Familiarity with AWS, ASME, and ISO welding standards

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Welding Engineer certification (prefered)

Experience with automation and robotic welding systems

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to,,,,,,,,, protected veteran status, or genetic information.