Weld Engineer

We have a client seeking a Weld Engineer to perform laser welding supervision root cause / corrective actions and providing program support for defense programs. The Welding Engineer will interact with customers suppliers and program teams to ensure products meet requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strong mechanical and technical leadership in the laser welding technology area;
• Manage the Capital requirements for laser / resistance welder equipment upgrades and/or replacement to ensure sustainability;
• Metallurgical Evaluations Cutting / Sectioning and Evaluation;
• Following ISO Quality Systems and DCN (change management processes);
• Designing and developing a wide range of welding systems;
• Supervising the workings of other welders and engineering technicians (including safety);
• Maintaining and ensuring all welding equipment is in working order;
• Taking charge and providing leadership of welding projects;
• Performing troubleshooting and finding root cause;
• Perform equipment changeovers and setups;
• Implement laser welding machine maintenance and standards across the organization;
• Interact with customers on design interface and functional details;
• Support the manufacturing and analysis of energetic materials that require welding;
• Routine technical report writing as necessary in support of projects;
• Coordinate with stakeholders and clients;
• Support the site compliance with DOD / DOE regulations;
• Support project and operations teams;
• Support existing products and product upgrades;
• Participate in failure analysis activities;
• Support bid and proposal activities;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in Welding Engineering or similar discipline;
• A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in laser welding is preferred;
• Experience with Laser Welding systems and products using laser welding needed;
• Experience with Resistance and Laser Welding is preferred;
• Ability to achieve DOE Clearance Classified;
• Up to date with the latest industry developments and welding techniques;
• Aerospace and/or defense product experiences are a bonus;
• Must be capable of learning and applying energetics knowledge to various designs including igniters detonators CAD/PAD and similar energetic devices;
• Experience generating 3D models & 2D drawings;
• Demonstrated understanding of specifications and requirements and how to translate into product designs;
• Ability to analyze engineering blueprints and designs for welding requirements;
• Demonstrated understanding and practice of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T);
• Understanding of product cost drivers;
• Strong written verbal and presentation skills;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite software;
• Experience with SolidWorks ProE or AutoCAD software preferred;
• Experience with energetic materials is a bonus;
• Please note that due to the requirements from the Department of Energy U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Visa sponsorship is not available for any position.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Females/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Remote Work :

No