Senior Welding Engineer

Novarc Technologies is looking for a Senior Welding Engineer to join our growing team and support the production of our cobots.

Summary: As a Customer Experience Senior Welding Engineer will provide essential support in the operation and maintenance of the SWR™ (Spool Welding Robot) at the Novarc Houston CXC. This role will involve customer demonstrations, maintaining the center's equipment, and supporting the Welding Application team's research and development efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform customer demonstrations:
  • Set up and operate the SWR™ for new and prospective businesses and customers.
  • Set up and operate the NovAI system for new and prospective businesses and customers
  • Tack and fit coupon samples as needed.
  • Provide technical support and answer customer questions as needed.
  • Assist with post-demonstration tasks, such as cleanup and data collection.
• Maintain the Experience Center:
  • Ensure the SWR™, NovAI system and other equipment are in proper working condition.
  • Assist with routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Keep the center clean and organized.
• Support Welding Applications team:
  • Assist with testing and validation of new welding procedures.
  • Collect and analyze data as needed.
  • Provide general laboratory support.
• Operate forklifts:
  • Safely operate forklifts to move equipment and materials around the Experience Center.
  • Adhere to all forklift safety regulations.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Joining, or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Welding Engineering role, preferably in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Strong foundational knowledge of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, SAW, etc.), metallurgy, and Nondestructive Testing (NDT) techniques.
• Proven ability to develop, qualify, and implement new welding procedures and specifications (WPS/PQR).
• Experience with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3, AWS D1.1, API 1104).
• Ability to manually tack and weld pipe with both GMAW and GTAW.
• Ability to learn, adapt to, and implement new welding technologies and automation.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and mentor junior engineering staff and welding technicians.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information.
• Ability and willingness to get a valid forklift operator's license.

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally for training purposes, product demonstrations, supplier visits, and facility support.

Nice to have:

• Experience with robotic welding systems is a plus.
• A valid Forklift License is a plus.

• Effective assistance to the Director of Welding Engineering and Applications and regional Account Executives in customer demonstrations and engineering support.
• Consistent maintenance of the Customer Experience Center and equipment.
• Accurate data collection and analysis.
• Adherence to all safety protocols.

• Base Salary: USD $104 000 - USD $144 000 + Variable Salary

About Novarc Technologies:

Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company specializing in the design and manufacturing of cobots and AI-based machine vision solutions for autonomous welding. Novarc’s Spool Welding Robot (SWR) is the world’s first of its kind in pipe welding applications. As a proven pioneer in the field, Novarc’s team is dedicated to solving challenging welding automation problems that improve customers’ bottom line.

Why Novarc:

• Growing Opportunities - We are in the process of maturing into a fast-growing medium-sized business.

• Great place to be - We foster an open-minded, adventurous, and enjoyable work environment where team members are encouraged to connect and express their unique personalities.
• Best People - Our team is made up of talented, intelligent, and hardworking people.

• Lots of Opportunities - We are constantly looking for stand-out talent internally to move into leadership positions.

We are excited to invite you to join our growing team for this amazing journey!