Welding Engineer

Piper Companies is hiring a Welding Engineer to elevate welding quality and repair standards across a global network of service centers through hybrid work in Mesa, AZ. You will lead the development, qualification, and continuous improvement of critical welding processes while working closely with operations and technical teams.

Responsibilities of the Welding Engineer:

• Develop, maintain, and improve welding procedures and qualification records while ensuring alignment with major industry codes and standards.
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance to service centers on weld preparation, consumable selection, sequencing, heat input controls, and distortion management.
• Lead welder training and qualification programs, conduct visual/NDE inspections, and support corrective actions for weld‑related quality issues.
• Partner with engineering, machining, and production teams to optimize repair methods, support root‑cause analysis, and advance continuous‑improvement initiatives across global repair operations.
  
  

Qualifications of the Welding Engineer:

• 5 years of experience supporting welding operations, preferably within heavy equipment, mining, aggregates, or repair‑center environments.
• Strong background in welding inspection, WPS/PQR development, and familiarity with NDE methods, metrology, and code requirements (AWS, ASME, ISO, CWB, etc.).
• Skilled communicator with the ability to collaborate across time zones
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; SAP knowledge is a plus. Welding inspection certifications (CWI/CWB) are desirable.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Bachelor’s degree in welding, engineering, or a related technical field—or equivalent industry experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
  
  

Compensation of the Welding Engineer:

• Salary Range: $46.64- $57.70/hour ($97K-$120K) (depending on experience)
• Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, Sick Leave as required by law
  
  

This job opens for applications on March 16, 2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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