Intern - Welding Engineer

Sundt

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Tempe, Arizona

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Intern Welding Engineer supports the Welding Manager in developing and monitoring welding procedures, certifications, and project audits. The role involves hands-on field exposure to ensure compliance with approved procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications

You have experience in construction, fabrication, or welding-related roles, and are familiar with AWS or ASME welding codes. You are also interested in welding on construction and fabrication facilities and have the ability to obtain an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Welding Procedure Specifications

Procedure Qualification Records

Welder Performance Qualifications

AWS

ASME

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

Job Description

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

Job Summary

The Entry-Level Welding Engineer supports the Welding Manager and project teams by assisting with the development, implementation, monitoring of welding procedures, welder certifications, welder continuity, and project audits. This role provides hands-on exposure to field welding operations, quality control, and construction while building foundational experience in welding engineering within the Heavy Industrial and Mining Group, while also supporting other construction groups within the company.

Key Responsibilities

1.    Assist the Welding Manager with development, review, and maintenance of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ).
2.    Assist with monitoring welding activities to ensure compliance with approved procedures and project requirements.
3.    Assist with tracking welder certifications and support qualification testing questions.
4.    Conduct site visits with the Welding Manager or project team to observe welding operations and learn field practices.
5.    Help interpret welding codes, standards, and project specifications (AWS, ASME, AISC, etc.).
6.    Help respond to field questions and RFls related to welding requirements.
7.    Learn and promote safe welding practices in accordance with Sundt safety standards.
8.    Maintain welding documentation and qualification records.
9.    Support evaluation of welding processes, base materials, and filler metals for project applications.

Minimum Job Requirements

1.    AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or ability to obtain certification in the future.
2.    Familiarity with AWS 01 .1 or similar welding codes.
3.    Interest in welding on the construction and fabrication facility levels.
4.    Internship or co-op experience in construction, fabrication, or welding-related roles.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

1.    May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
2.    Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
3.    Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
4.    Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day
5.    Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50Ibs on an occasional basis.
6.    Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
7.    Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program


As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
  • Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
  • Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
  • Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Workplace Wellness Programs
  • Mental Health Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee-Owner Perks
  • Educational Assistance
  • Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

Sundt

Sundt Construction, Inc. is one of the country’s most respected general contractors, currently ranked in the top 100 largest construction companies in the United States by ENR, the industry’s principal trade magazine. We're consistently ranked a Best Place to Work by our own employees and known nationally for our innovative approach to construction services. We've also won more Build America awards from the Associated General Contractors of America than any other general contractor. Sundt is a full-service building contractor with expertise that spans the entire lifecycle of construction. We offer Construction Management at Risk, Design-Build and Build to Suit Contracting, and can work within your preferred delivery system, including the traditional Design-Bid-Build approach. We also provide a host of services as Construction Managers and Program Managers, serving as your agent for managing the entire project development process for you, whether you have a single- or multiple-project program. Please check out our website (www.sundt.com) to browse our capabilities and review our career opportunities. We're an industry leader looking for the industry's best talent. Come find your next career opportunity with us!
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