Rhoads Industries

Overview

Rhoads Industries, a family-owned company since 1896, is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance, and maritime services. They are seeking a Weld Engineer to develop, implement, and improve welding processes and standards across their manufacturing and fabrication operations.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and work scope and develop welding processes for manufacturing and construction projects.
• Specify welding techniques, equipment, and materials to ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency.
• Develop Welding Procedure Records (WPQRs), create Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs), and maintain Welder Qualification Records (WQRs).
• Evaluate and resolve welding-related production issues to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
• Interact and support welders on the floor.
• Support Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards such as AWS, ASME, MIL, NASEA Technical Publications, ISO, and the quality program.
• Collaborate with customers, engineers, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Train and qualify welders and welding operators as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to welding and fabrication.
• Document processes and maintain accurate records for audits and certifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in welding engineering or a related manufacturing role.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, Stick, and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW).
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, MIL, and NASEA Technical Publications).
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Experience with metallurgical analysis and failure investigation techniques.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and documentation requirements.
• Experience with automated or robotic welding systems.
• Familiarity with Alto CAD.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Office.
• Preferred: Certified Welding Engineer (PE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.