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Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.\nThe Senior Regional Welding Engineer is responsible for standardizing, optimizing, and governing welding processes across all global manufacturing Industrial Solutions sites. The role ensures compliance with AWS, ASME BPVC, PED, Nadcap, and internal quality standards while improving weld quality, cost, and efficiency. This position serves as the enterprise SME for welding technologies, NDT, and weld program governance, and leads the development of future-state welding capabilities through technology evaluation and scalable global implementation.\nQualified candidates must be able to work a hybrid schedule at our Bloomington, MN office.\nRole Responsibilities\nServe as enterprise SME for welding processes, metallurgy, NDE, fabrication standards, weld design, and welding engineering governance.\n\nSupport new product introduction and major programs with weld feasibility, qualification, process development, and technical problem solving.\n\nProvide expert guidance in welding metallurgy, materials selection, heat input control, distortion management, and failure analysis.\n\nEvaluate, introduce, and implement advanced welding technologies (robotic, laser, hybrid, adaptive systems, automation, digital tools, and real-time monitoring).\n\nDevelop long-term roadmap for welding innovation, capital investment, and workforce upskilling.\n\nEstablish and govern global welding standards, procedures, and best practices aligned with AWS, ASME, PED, ISO, Nadcap, and customer requirements.\n\nOversee WPS/PQR development, welder/operator qualification, certification tracking, and global compliance across all sites.\n\nLead cross-functional alignment across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to standardize global welding operations.\n\nConduct audits, ensure regulatory and customer compliance, and oversee NDT requirements and execution.\n\nLead root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld-related issues across the enterprise.\n\nDrive cost reduction, process efficiency, and standardization of consumables, equipment, and welding practices.\n\nDevelop and deliver global training programs, mentoring, and competency systems for welders, inspectors, and engineers.\n\nTravel: Internationally 40-60%\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.\n\n5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nWelding certifications (CWI, CWE, IWE or equivalent)\n\n5+ years of welding engineering experience in a manufacturing environment\n\nStrong knowledge of AWS, ASME BPVC, PED, Nadcap, and global welding standards.\n\nNDT certification (Level II or III in VT, PT, MT, UT, RT or equivalent).\n\nExperience in weld design, materials, distortion control, and failure analysis.\n\nProven ability to support new product introductions and complex welding programs.\n\nExperience leading root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld issues.\n\nDemonstrated ability to mentor and develop welding personnel globally.\n\nExperience creating and delivering training programs and building technical capability.\n\nExperience in global manufacturing, ideally in aerospace, energy, heavy equipment, or pressure-retaining components.\n\nExperience with welding automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.\n\nLean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification preferred.\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to documentation and compliance.\n\nExcellent communication, cross-cultural collaboration, and ability to influence without authority.\n\nProven technical leadership and capability in training and developing others.\n\nAnnual Salary Range: $92,400 - 127,500. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, and performance. Based on work location, geographic adjustment is included.\nEmployee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.\nImmigration Sponsorship Not Available:\nApplicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).\n\nDonaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.\n\nInternational relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans\nEmployment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.\nDonaldson Company has been made aware that there are several recruiting scams that are targeting job seekers. These scams have attempted to solicit money for job applications and/or collect confidential information, Donaldson will never solicit money during the application or recruiting process. Donaldson only accepts online applications through our Careers | Donaldson Company, Inc. website and any communication from a Donaldson recruiter would be sent using a donaldson.com email address. 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