FlexSteel - Welding Engineer

This is a FlexSteel position and is located in Baytown, TX. 

5 days onsite - Monday- Friday 

FlexSteel (www.flexsteelpipe.com) is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

SUMMARY

The Welding Engineer serves as the subject matter expert for all welding processes at FlexSteel by supporting production, quality, training, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Welding Engineer develops and optimizes welding procedures, supports robotic welding systems, certifies personnel, and drives manufacturing efficiency and product quality

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Welding Process Development:
  
  
  
  • Develop, quality, and maintain welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
  
  
  • Establish process parameters for new products and materials.
  
  
  • Troubleshoot welding defects and implement corrective actions.
  
  
  • Improve weld quality, productivity, and repeatability.
  
  
  
  


• Production Support:
  
  
  
  • Provide daily support to production teams.
  
  
  • Investigate welding-related quality issues.
  
  
  • Reduce scrap and rework through process improvements.
  
  
  • Support root cause investigations.
  
  
  
  


• Robotic Welding Systems:
  
  
  
  • Support programming and optimization of welding robots.
  
  
  • Develop new robotic welding applications.
  
  
  • Improve robot utilization, cycle times, and weld consistency.
  
  
  • Work with maintenance and controls personnel on automation projects.
  
  
  
  


• Training & Qualification:
  
  
  
  • Train welders, operators, and technicians.
  
  
  • Administer welding qualification tests.
  
  
  • Maintain welding certifications and training records.
  
  
  • Serve as technical advisor on welding best practices.
  
  
  
  


• Quality & Compliance:
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with AWS, ASME, API, and customer requirements.
  
  
  • Support internal and external audits.
  
  
  • Review weld inspection data and recommend improvements.
  
  
  
  


• Continuous Improvement:
  
  
  
  • Lead projects to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and safety.
  
  
  • Evaluate new welding technologies and equipment.
  
  
  
  


• Support CAPEX projects involving welding and automation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or related subject required.


• 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing welding required.


• Experience developing WPS/PQR.


• Experience with robotic welding systems.


• Experience training and qualifying welders.


• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.


• Preferred certifications: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS)


• This position may require:




• Pre-employment drug screening


• Background checks


• Medical examinations


• Safety certifications


• Valid driver's license


• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)


• Working in various weather conditions


• Travel to remote locations




• Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The safety requirments described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position may occasionally operate in an industrial/field environment. The role may require working in and around manufacturing equipment, heavy machinery, and potentially hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job, the employee:




• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


• Follow all safety protocols and procedures


• Participate in regular safety training


• Complete required safety certifications


• Comply with all environmental regulations

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Safety is our top priority. All employees must comply with our comprehensive safety programs, participate in required safety training, and demonstrate commitment to our safety-first culture.