Job Description Job Description Education/Experience Requirements: * Minimum Associate Weld Engineering Degree * AWS Certified Weld Inspector * 7 Years Previous Robot Welder Programmer, Set-up and Operator Experience * 7 Years Previous Manual Weld Experience * Experience with Pipe/Tube Welding * AWS D1.1 Weld Certification Preferred * Previous Manufacturing experience * Able to Pass Testing Requirements * Weld Helmet Required (Helmet supplies provided by company) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements: * Knowledge and use of inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gages, height gages, etc. * Knowledge of reading blueprints, diagrams and schematics * Knowledge of understand geometric tolerances * Skilled in writing Robot Weld programs * General understanding of grades of steel, aluminum, cast iron, etc. * Ability to problem solve and to multi-task and support and organize various projects at the same time * Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (helmet, face-shield, gloves, jacket, etc.) * Ability to maneuver large, heavy parts with overhead crane * Ability to withstand exposure to extreme heat * Ability to work in an environment that has some dirt and dust, weld fumes and moderate noise * Ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, visitors and co-workers. * Ability to work independently * Ability to read and comprehend technical information at a 12th grade level * Ability to take initiatives to improve efficiencies and procedures * Any other knowledge, skills or abilities needed to successfully perform the duties of the position Job Description: ·         Review the product standard to be used, together with any supplementary/customer requirements. ·         Review the parent material specification and welded joint properties, like quality and acceptance requirements for welds. ·         Review the location, accessibility, and sequence of welds, including accessibility for inspection and non-destructive testing. ·         Review the drawings, weld profile the dimensions and details of joint preparation and completed weld. ·         Establish appropriate procedure specifications for welding and allied processes. ·         Authorize the welding procedures, the method and establish range of qualification. ·         Establish the sequence in which the welds are to be made & conditions (e.g. protection from wind, temperature and rain). ·         Authorize work instructions, the issuing and use of work instructions on the shop floor. ·         Select suitable welding and associated equipment/facility required to produce the parts. ·         Confirm suitable arrangement for preheating and post-heat treatment, including temperature indicators. ·         Ensure personal protective equipment and other safety equipment applicable for the manufacturing process. ·         Verify the suitability and validity of welders and welding operators qualification certificates. ·         Preparation of weld plan and welder skill matrix. ·         Verify the allocation of qualified personnel on respective jobs & machines. ·         Coordinate for any production test. ·         Verify the compatibility, delivery conditions, welding consumable inspection document, the storage and handling of welding consumables. ·         In process surveillance and process compliance with the approved procedures. ·         Visual examination & coordination for NDT & destructive testing (CWI Certificate) ·         Coordination and knowledge transfer with other manufacturing locations of Wipro for weld related improvements. ·         Recommend the necessary measures and actions with regard to non-conformance and corrective actions (e.g. weld repairs, re-assessment of repaired welds, corrective actions) ·         The preparation and maintenance of the necessary quality records (including subcontracted activities) ·         Conduct root cause analysis and recommend the corrective actions in case of weld failures. ·         Contribute in continuous improvement in quality, productivity & cost reduction drives. * Inspection, Safety and Other * Follow WPS-Weld Procedure Specifications for each job * Complete necessary production and inspection records * Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws * Move long, large, heavy parts using overhead crane * * Troubleshoot problematic issues and provide resolutions * Interact with Supervisor to optimize productivity and eliminate downtime * Monitor weld wire, safety equipment and supplies and notify purchasing when they are needed to be purchased * Train and assist new welders as necessary * Work Overtime as needed * Report any maintenance issue requiring repair or replacement * Report any safety or hazard issue