Welding Engineer

Department: Technical

Location: Rochdale

Description Job Title:

Company: Salt Separation Services

Location: Rochdale, on-site

Department: Compensation: Competitive

About Salt Separation Services: Salt Separation Services have been leading in desalination technology for over 35 years; specialising in the engineering, commissioning and servicing of reverse osmosis (RO) plants that provide drinkable water solutions across a variety of industries. Our systems are used in sectors including naval, oil, cruise ships, and more. We’re committed to designing reliable, high-quality RO and water filtration solutions that meet the unique demands of each industry and customer we serve. Join us on the path to simplifying access to water solutions for a broad and varied client base!

Position Summary: The Welding Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership, guidance and control of the Company's welding activities to ensure all welding processes are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), customer requirements, applicable codes and company procedures. The role supports manufacturing operations through welding process optimisation, quality assurance, compliance management and continuous improvement initiatives. In addition, the Welding Engineer provides technical support for structural design activities associated with new build projects, upgrades and repairs to existing equipment and plant. Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate welding activities across manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with approved procedures and specifications.
• Develop, maintain and control the Company's Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) system.
• Maintain and manage the Weld Matrix, ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.
• Ensure welding activities are undertaken by suitably trained, qualified and competent personnel.
• Support the control, storage and use of welding consumables.
• Coordinate the calibration, maintenance and control of welding equipment.
• Ensure weld identification and traceability requirements are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Support the implementation, completion and maintenance of weld records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor welding quality through inspections, audits and process reviews.
• Conduct formal welding audits and compliance assessments.
• Investigate welding defects, non-conformances and repair activities, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure welding repairs are appropriately documented, approved and controlled.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives relating to welding processes, quality and efficiency.
• Provide specialist welding expertise and technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Production teams.
• Participate in design reviews and stage-gate project processes, providing welding and fabrication expertise.
• Support structural design activities for new build projects and the upgrade or repair of existing assets.
• Ensure compliance with applicable welding standards, customer specifications, health and safety requirements and company procedures.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong technical knowledge of welding processes, fabrication techniques and welding quality requirements.
• Knowledge of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), qualification requirements and weld traceability systems.
• Understanding of applicable welding codes, standards and industry best practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, fabrication details and technical specifications.
• Experience investigating welding defects and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Knowledge of welding inspection requirements and quality assurance processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and provide technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and engineering documentation systems.
• Commitment to health, safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Why Salt Sep? Benefits: A value at Salt Sep is family, and as such, we have designed benefits package which we believe give our people the very best support we can professionally, personally and for your future.

• Competitive employer matched pension scheme (Aviva)
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Services; giving counselling, GP access, financial and wellbeing advice.
• Life insurance
• Income protection (after 5 yrs service)
• Early finish Friday (finishing at 1pm)
• Plenty of training and development
• Holiday buy-back
• Excellent team building, social and company events

At Salt Separation Services, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a dynamic environment, as part of a small family-owned business.

We have some big goals on our horizon, we take pride in supporting our employees' own growth and provide a culture that values quality, communication, integrity, health and safety and family.

We'd love to hear from you! Apply now... Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications.

The next steps

1. Our team will help look into your application

2. If successful, we'll arrange a quick chat

3. Initial Interview, will be with the hiring manager and there will be an element of demonstrating your skills.

4. Final stage, a peer interview to meet some of the people you'll be working along side.

5. Offer, and hopefully, acceptance!

Salt Separation Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, we encourage all candidates from all backgrounds, and are very happy to facilitate any adjustment you might need.