Weld Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Weld Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Bellevue, Washington (State). Overview This role will work as part of a high functioning team of engineers focused on weld processes, supply chain development and supplier qualification for next generation material and components for sodium cooled fast reactors. Responsibilities Interface with various project teams to provide welding configuration, geometry and methods guidance for reactor development programs. Use fundamental welding engineering principles to develop weld designs, specifications, and processes for reactor design and licensing. Inform materials test programs to validate models of material and weld performance and ensure materials development and testing efforts meet programmatic objectives of the reactor. Perform scientific analysis of test data (e.g., metallography, non-destructive inspection, mechanical properties, ductility) and generate technical reports to document new knowledge related to reactor design and qualification. Provide materials engineering support for the procurement of engineered components and systems including leading technical development of suppliers to increase technology readiness level of key components. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of related experience with a B.S. degree; or 2 years with an M.S. degree; or equivalent experience. A degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related technical discipline is desired. Requirements Experience with weld engineering for new design. Experience in determining geometries, weld methods, and property impacts for welded pipes, pressure vessels, and equipment. Working knowledge of ASME NQA-1 and ASME Section IX is highly desirable. An understanding of the impact of weld design and parameters on complex mechanical phenomena (e.g., creep, fatigue, creep fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, and fracture) in high temperature systems. A thorough understanding of metallurgy including welding and heat treatment of ferrous (e.g., austenitic and ferritic-martensitic steels) and nonferrous (e.g., nickel-base) alloys. Experience qualifying welds for service in highly regulated applications is preferred. Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Created: 2026-03-04