Posted 1mo ago

Material and Welding Engineer

@ Trendsetter Engineering
Houston, Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:review docs, develop specs, support NCRs
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's in Mechanical, Materials, or Metallurgical Eng; 2-5 years experience; knowledge of forging, heat treatment, testing; familiarity with MTRs, NDE, WPS/PQR; subsea/oil & gas experience a plus.
Technical Tools Mentioned:MS Office, Welding documentation management tools
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Job Description
Summary:

The Materials & Welding Engineer supports the development and execution of engineering projects by ensuring material and welding compliance with industry codes, client specifications, and internal standards. This role works cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, quality, and project teams, as well as external vendors and clients, to ensure material integrity and manufacturing excellence.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review and approve vendor documentation including:
    • Material Test Reports (MTRs)
    • Manufacturing process plans
    • NDE procedures
    • Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS/PQR) to ensure compliance with applicable codes and client requirements
  • Support and oversee:
    • Forging qualifications
    • Welding procedure and welder qualifications
  • Develop, update, and maintain company material and coating specifications
  • Review client specifications during tendering to identify gaps, risks, and deviations
  • Provide technical support for resolving non-conformances (NCRs) related to materials and welding
  • Participate in client audits, inspections, and technical reviews
  • Collaborate with internal teams (design, manufacturing, quality, project management) to ensure material and welding requirements are properly implemented
  • Promote and ensure compliance with company HSE policies and procedures
  • Share technical knowledge and best practices across the organization
  • Perform other duties as required


Qualifications:
      Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field
  • 2–5 years of relevant experience (additional experience considered, especially in subsea or oil & gas)
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Forging processes
    • Heat treatment
    • Mechanical testing methods
    • Destructive and non-destructive testing
  • Experience reviewing:
    • MTRs
    • Manufacturing process plans
    • NDE procedures
    • Welding documentation
  • Familiarity with industry codes and standards
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
      Preferred:
  • Experience with welding codes and standards:
    • AWS D1.1/D1.1M
    • ASME Section IX
    • API RP 1104
    • DNV (RP-0034, RP-B204)
  • Experience with coating systems (e.g., epoxy)
  • Subsea or oil & gas industry experience


Additional Skills
  • Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office or equivalent tools