Junior Welding Engineer

Join us on the journey to help build the world using applied robotics and AI!

Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company helping to build the world using applied robotics and AI. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas by the Financial Times for two consecutive years, we are at the epicenter of innovation and global expansion. Join our dynamic team as we extend our reach across four continents, blending pioneering welding technology with a profound global impact. It's a captivating time to be part of our journey - here, you'll do more than just work; you'll be an integral part of a movement shaping the tech-driven future.

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

Summary: As a Customer Experience Junior Welding Engineer you will be responsible for providing essential support to the Senior Welding Automation Engineer in the operation and maintenance of the SWR™ (Spool Welding Robot) at the Novarc Customer Experience Center. This role will involve assisting with customer demonstrations, maintaining the center's equipment, and supporting the engineering team's research and development efforts.

Location: Customer Experience Center in Houston, TX (This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with customer demonstrations:
  
  • Set up and operate the SWR™ under the supervision of the Senior Welding Automation Engineer.
  • 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™ and other equipment are in proper working condition.
• Assist with routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Keep the center clean and organized.
• Support engineering 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's Degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Joining, or a closely related, equivalent field.
• Familiarity with welding processes and robotic applications.
• Basic to advanced understanding of both welding and robotics concepts.
• Proficiency in manual welding techniques, specifically GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW, across all positions.
• Willingness and ability to obtain a valid forklift operator's license.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• A demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally for training purposes and potential product demonstrations.

Nice to have:

• Valid Forklift Operator's license will be a plus.
• Knowledge of welding codes such as ASME Sec IX are a plus.
• Pipe Welding experience is a plus.

Success Metrics:

• Effective assistance to the Senior Welding Automation Engineer in customer demonstrations and engineering support.
• Consistent maintenance of the Experience Center and equipment.
• Complete welding application projects for current and potential customers.
• Consistent maintenance of the Customer Experience Center and equipment.
• Accurate data collection and analysis.
• Adherence to all safety protocols.

Compensation package:

• Base Salary: USD $75 000 - USD $90 000 + 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 have created a fun, adventurous, and open-minded environment where our teams are encouraged to bond and expose a little weirdness.
• 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!

"Novarc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, color, political belief, marital or family status, religion, special abilities, age, sex or sexual orientation, or a criminal conviction or charge that is unrelated to employment of to the intended employment of that person. This applies to all our practices of recruitment, selection, promotion, training and development, health and safety, and compensation."