• Serve as a subject matter expert in welding engineering principles, metallurgy, and welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.) • Influence welding design for manufacturability and standardization across the product line • Review customer specifications, recommend exceptions, and ensure compliant final contract specifications • Prepare and maintain engineering documentation and R&D reports related to weld design and testing (Welding Procedures, Procedure Qualification Records, etc.) • Collaborate with Operations to identify opportunities for productivity, quality, and safety improvements • Support deployment of new welding equipment and automation • Assist in the development of training programs for welders, inspectors, engineers, and frontline leaders • Ensure sites are measuring and improving the quality of their primary operations • Coach and mentor teams on root cause analysis and corrective actions • Develop and implement quality and weld certification audit programs • Ensure weld quality aligns with national codes and customer-specific requirements