Welding Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance operational excellence in aerospace projects. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, developing welding procedures, and managing welder qualifications. You will leverage your engineering expertise and problem-solving skills to deliver zero defect projects. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and quality, where your contributions will directly impact the success of high-stakes manufacturing processes. If you are passionate about welding engineering and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with GTAW and/or EBW welding on aerospace materials.
• Certification as CWI, CAWI, or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer requirements are fulfilled by adhering to product planning documents.
• Manage the training and certification system for welders and welding operators.
• Conduct visual weld inspections and review inspection reports.

Skills

Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)

Visual Inspection

Aerospace Standards Compliance

GTAW and EBW Welding

Quality Systems (ISO9000, AS9100)

Mechanical/Welding Engineering Knowledge

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Welding Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

Provide Manufacturing Engineering capability to operational and development programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing engineering and problem-solving skills. Responsible for delivering robust, capable manufacturing process technology related to materials, tooling, part fabrication, and assembly.

Job Responsibilities

1. Ensure customer requirements are fulfilled by adhering to this manual or providing alternative procedures in product planning documents for applicable programs.
2. Develop and evaluate Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and their qualification results.
3. Implement visual welding inspector written practices.
4. Manage the training and certification system for welders and welding operators, including qualification and performance evaluation.
5. Perform inspections and verify that work and records conform to aerospace standards.
6. Certify welder qualifications according to aerospace codes or standards.
7. Maintain knowledge of welding processes, metallurgy, symbols, drawings, NDT, and quality procedures.
8. Verify inspection records and documentation compliance, including PQRs, WPS, and NDT procedures.
9. Witness WPS qualification tests and review compliance with codes and contracts.
10. Ensure production welding and inspection meet standards.
11. Conduct visual weld inspections and review inspection reports.
12. Supervise and train welding inspectors and assistants.

Job Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Welding Engineering or related field.
• Certification as CWI, CAWI, or equivalent (e.g., CSWIP 3.1) is preferred.
• Good visual acuity as per AWS standards, including color perception tests.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with GTAW and/or EBW welding on aerospace materials like titanium, aluminum, stainless steel.
• Experience with aerospace specifications such as AWS D17.1, AMS standards, or equivalent.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB)

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives to foster innovation and creativity. GKN is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment and non-discrimination on any grounds protected by law.