Welding Engineer (IWE)

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking to employ a Welding Engineer with a Hons Degree and registration as an International Welding Engineer IWE, not IWT.
This position is based in Gauteng, however the successful incumbent will be expected to travel nationally for client consultation and for off-site work.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
A BEng honour degree in Engineering.
Registered as an International Welding Engineer (IWE)
At least five year’s work experience in the field of laser welding or conventional welding technology;
During the above years of experience, the following is advantageous, though not mandatory as laser welding can be taught:
In weld process development and qualification with applicable welding standards;
Robotic manipulators and the kinematics related to robotic manipulators;
Experience with Kuka robot programming
Development of Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), and the steps necessary to develop a WPS.

Competencies: Analytical thinking, flexibility and adaptability, Investigative orientation, planning & organising, problem solving, verbal and written communication, self-management, system level thinking and multi-disciplinary knowledge;

Operational requirements include:
Driver’s licence
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see colour.
Physical requirements include standing and sitting for long periods
Regular medical check-ups, which are required for off-site work (client Safety requirements)