Develop and qualify WPS/PQRs for aluminum (5xxx/6xxx series), CuNi piping, carbon steel, and stainless steel applications
Oversee welding of marine piping systems, including copper-nickel (CuNi 90/10, 70/30), ensuring corrosion resistance and proper procedures
Address distortion control and heat input challenges specific to aluminum structures
Support inspection and QA teams with weld acceptance criteria and NDT methods (UT, RT, MT, PT)
Troubleshoot weld discontinuities across dissimilar metals and varied environments
Coordinate with engineering, planning, and production to improve weld efficiency and reduce rework
Maintain documentation for ABS/classification society and customer audits
Train and mentor welders on aluminum techniques, cleanliness standards, and alloy-specific procedures TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
Ensure strict adherence to paperwork and
Perform other related duties as required and assigned CULTURE AND COLLABORATION
Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally
Requirements
We are seeking a Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) with strong
experience in aluminum shipbuilding and mixed-alloy marine systems to support our Gulf Coast shipyard operations.
Welding Engineers at Saronic-Franklin are expected to have the knowledge, skill, and ability to accomplish the below: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide hands-on technical support to production teams working with GMAW (MIG), FCAW, GTAW (TIG), and SMAW processes
Ability to operate or learn how to operate welding equipment, including the latest automation technology
Ability to train others on how to use welding equipment.
Ability to categorize and quantify weld defects
Proficiency with applicable codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.2 for aluminum, AWS D1.1 for steel, ASME Section IX, ABS rules) JOB PROFICIENCY
Certification as a Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) through American Welding Society
Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
experience in shipbuilding, offshore fabrication, or heavy industry
Demonstrated expertise in aluminum welding and distortion mitigation
Experience with copper-nickel systems, including marine service applications
Strong working knowledge of carbon steel and stainless steel welding procedures
Experience with NDT methods and weld inspection requirements
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven shipyard environment
experience and knowledge in basic welding processes; FCAW, SMAW, SAW, EGW, GTAW, GMAW
Experienced in AWS D1.1, ABS & Mil Std 248 codes PREFERRED
experience in a Louisiana Gulf Coast shipyard or similar marine environment
Experience with dissimilar metal welding and transition joints
Leadership or supervisory experience in welding operations
Bachelors or Masters in Welding Engineering or related discipline
NDE Level 2 experience is preferred
Experience
5+ years of relevant
Benefits
BENEFITS: - Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services - Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents - Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care - Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents - Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays - Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents - Competitive Salary: Person”
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Additional details
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
This role will oversee welding engineering activities across our production lines, including aluminum hulls and superstructures, aluminum piping, copper-nickel piping, carbon steel, and stainless steel fabrication.
The Welding Engineer is essential in ensuring robust welding processes and facilitating the scaling of welding processes and equipment.
This role is responsible for researching, validating, and integrating new and advanced welding equipment and processes seamlessly into the shipyard’s capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated welding assets and software enhancements.
Can develop technical reports in support of management presentation, procurement decisions, process improvement, research and development and preventive maintenance investigations
requirements and can develop a maintenance plan in conjunction with production engineering team.
Can identify emerging needs on the manufacturing floor re: welding
Can identify weak/strong spots in welding equipment and personnel and work with production engineering team to increase efficiency.
Can work directly with software engineering team on buildout of shipyard/production management system
Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project