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Welding Engineer I

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-12

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. As a Welding Engineer, you will support the development, implementation, and troubleshooting of welding-related requirements and activities for the fabrication, erection, and maintenance of nuclear power plants and associated facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Reports to the Lead Engineer – Welding for daily direction
  • Review contract, design, and regulatory requirements to develop project welding specifications
  • Review fabricator and supplier documentation including weld maps, detail drawings, PQRs and WPSs, and Welding Programs to ensure conformance with project requirements
  • Work with Global Supply Chain and Supplier Performance Engineering to support fab-follow activities for AP1000 systems, structures, and components
  • Participate in constructability and design reviews to develop Westinghouse technologies
  • Work with other Engineering disciplines to provide input to weld design, Engineering Specifications and associated change paper documentation
  • Revise and maintain specifications related to welding consumables and base materials in accordance with design and regulatory requirements
  • Support the continued development of the WELD software package
  • Aid in the evaluation of weld failures and nonconformances
  • Help support issues presented by ANI, Code, and Regulatory bodies, clients, and internal customers

Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Welding Engineering Technology, or related field
  • 0+ years of experience as a Welding Engineer or related position
  • Knowledge of welding symbols and the ability to read drawings and prints
  • Knowledge of applicable welding standards and regulations
  • Nuclear-specific construction or fabrication experience in the power plant, shipbuilding, industrial process construction, maintenance, component repair & replacement, applied research and development, and/or manufacturing facility is preferred
  • General knowledge of welding industry codes and standards including ASME Section II, III, V, XI, B31.1, B31.3, AWS D1.1, D1.3, D1.4, D1.6, D9.1, D10.10, CSA N299, W47.1, W59, RCC-M, NBIC, N690, AISC 341, AISC 360, and PCC-2
  • Familiarity with SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and SAW welding processes
  • Knowledge of ESW, EBW, laser welding and automated/robotic welding processes preferred
  • Familiarity with nondestructive examination techniques including VT, PT, MT, UT, and RT
  • Familiarity with Eddy Current Testing and leak testing techniques such as vacuum box testing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
  • Employee Referral Program

Company Overview

  • Westinghouse Electric Company provides innovative and secure nuclear technology solutions. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in Cranberry, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
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