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Weld Engineer
1016 N Lincoln Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15233 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Welding Engineering opportunity located in Pittsburgh, PA.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct orbital tube welding on critical spacecraft components, including propulsion systems, pressure vessels, and other vital structures.
- Ensure all welding activities meet industry standards and safety regulations.
- Working with a team of welders and integration engineers to complete spacecraft integration activities.
- Following schedule requirements and integration plans to support milestone dates.
- Implement and adhere to industry standards, maximize efficiency, and maintain consistent quality.
- Work with a variety of aerospace materials, including but not limited to titanium, aluminum, stainless steel, and exotic alloys, to ensure proper welding procedures are followed for each material type.
- Conducting thorough inspections and tests of welded joints to verify conformance with specifications and quality requirements. Leading troubleshooting and corrective actions for nonconformances.
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and enhanced productivity while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Accurately documenting welding processes, procedures, build data and test results. Preparing reports and providing technical insights to support decision-making processes.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, integration engineers, technicians and quality assurance, to ensure seamless project execution.
Job Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications in welding (e.g., AWS CWI, CSWIP) would be advantageous.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Weld Engineer, or similar, in a manufacturing environment, with a proven track record of successfully executing welding projects.
- Strong knowledge of welding processes, metallurgy, and materials used in space applications.
- Specific experience in orbital tube welding, showcasing proficiency in this specialized technique.
- Expertise in working with various aerospace materials, such as titanium, aluminum, stainless steel, and exotic alloys, and an understanding of their unique welding requirements.
- Proficiency in non-destructive testing methods for welded joints.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Deep commitment to adhering to safety protocols and ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
Job Details:
- Contract
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Pay Rate Range: $34 – $45/hr
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.
Meet Your Recruiter
Abby Hubbard
I joined Protingent in the Spring of 2021 as a sales intern, transitioning to a full-time Technical Recruiter after graduating from the University of Washington in June 2021. Initially, I focused on supporting our spaceflight clients, later expanding to industries such as sustainable energy and nuclear power. While I’ve broadened my recruiting scope, I’m still partial to aerospace engineering, especially anything related to propulsion technology.
My recruiting style focuses on individual candidate needs and relationship building. My philosophy is to lead with empathy and integrity. My favorite thing about recruiting is the opportunity to learn something new every day by talking to the most intelligent people/engineers, as well as the potential to impact critical industries at the staffing level.
When I’m not recruiting, I love spending time outdoors – hiking, camping, roller skating, reading in parks, and swimming in Lake Union (when the Seattle weather permits). I also enjoy thrift shops, sewing/up-cycling clothes, and shooting 35mm film.