Senior Welding Engineer, Development & Metallurgy

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex seeks a Development Welding Engineer to lead advanced welding initiatives in uranium materials production and characterization. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, present technical results, and liaise with design agencies, vendors, and contractors to ensure mission success.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, procedure qualification, and oversight of metallurgical processes, with a focus on reliable, high-integrity welds in a lab and production

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science from ABET-accredited program in the US or equivalents; 2 years of relevant experience. OR MS; OR PhD.
• 3.0/4.0 minimum GPA for Bachelor degree; 3.3 for Master; 3.5 for PhD.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical projects from inception to completion, coordinating with design agencies, vendors and contractors.

Skills

GTAW

GMAW

Laser welding

Friction Stir welding

Electron Beam welding

Induction brazing

Soldering

Resistance welding

Metallurgical principles

Technical communication

Education

BS in Engineering/Physical Science

MS in Engineering/Physical Science

PhD in Engineering/Physical Science

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Y-12 National Security Complex seeks a Development Welding Engineer to lead advanced welding initiatives in uranium materials production and characterization. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, present technical results, and liaise with design agencies, vendors, and contractors to ensure mission success.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, procedure qualification, and oversight of metallurgical processes, with a focus on reliable, high-integrity welds in a lab and production