Welding Engineer

About the role

The role will support the manufacturing and repairs of high-pressure turbine engine components. The Engineer will be responsible for supporting ongoing production needs, developing new processes, improving existing processes associated with coating and welding technologies and will report regularly on project updates, lead, or participate in customer meetings, and regularly communicate with various internal departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and standardize processes and parameters in the assigned special process area.
  • Special processes include but are not limited to manual GTAW, laser fusion welding, laser powder welding, thermal spray coatings (APS, LPPS), overlay coatings (EBPVD), diffusion coatings (VPA, pack cementation), electroplating (precious metal plating), machining, laser processes, EDM, heat treatment, braze, chemical cleaning, acid stripping and automation.
• Ensure that processes meet quality requirements and operational objectives.
• Publish technical reports, assist in development of work instructions, operator training material on special process procedures in the assigned technical area.
• Lead problem solving teams and conduct RCCAs on equipment and process related issues addressing manufacturing challenges.
• Aid in equipment and process troubleshooting.
• Challenge the status quo. Recommend and initiate changes in the present processes and/or equipment to improve safety, quality, productivity.
• Support new program launches and acceptance of new processes.
• Maintain daily quality and productivity results, react to problems as they occur.
• Participate in design reviews with product engineers and repair development engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required. (Metallurgical, Materials, Chemical, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• 2+ years' of experience as a Welding Engineer
• Experience working experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Knowledge of gas turbine manufacturing processes such as welding, thermal spray, EBPVD, diffusion coatings, precious metal plating, heat treatment, chemical cleaning and stripping is preferred
• Experience with robotic programming, PLC, automation, and control systems is desirable
• Experience in the aviation industry is preferred
• Experience with superalloy metallurgy is preferred
• Working knowledge of six sigma methodologies is desirable

Qualifications

• Must be a US person (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status)

Skills

• Superior problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.

Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.

Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!

Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.