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 set-ups;
• 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.

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