Weld Process Engineer

Jobtailor; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Ohio is seeking a Weld Specialist to develop, monitor GTAW welding processes for aluminum and stainless steel components, including aerospace-grade parts. You will document procedures, run trials, and ensure AWS D17.1 and NADCAP compliance.

You will train floor personnel, read blueprints, analyze deviations, and lead qualification activities. A bachelor’s in engineering or equivalent experience, 5+ years GTAW experience, and FAA safety-sensitivity eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ GTAW experience with metallurgical lab exposure.
• GTAW and repair welding of aluminum and stainless steel.
• Familiarity with AWS D17.1.
• Ability to read blueprints and process instructions.
• FAA safety-sensitive position eligibility.
• NDT knowledge (penetrant, radiography, etc.).
• Certified Weld Inspector (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and monitor welding processes.
• Lead trials and document weld specifications and qualification records.
• Educate and train workers on procedures and work instructions.
• Monitor rework, yield, and process improvements.
• Support NADCAP certifications and compliance.
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams.
• Identify and analyze process deviations to resolve issues.
• Lead process qualifications and maintain equipment/tooling.
• Create preventative maintenance for welding processes.

Skills

GTAW experience

Blueprint reading

NDT knowledge

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

FAA safety eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

WPS & PQRs

Job description

Responsibilities

• The Weld Specialist will be responsible for developing, documenting, and monitoring welding processes for components in our manufacturing facility.
• This includes GTAW of aluminum, stainless steel, and Inconel alloys as well as silver braze repair (torch).
• The Weld Specialist will work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams, as well as workers on the manufacturing floor, to troubleshoot and improve welding processes.
• This role will focus on increasing the consistency and yield of welding by studying processes and products before, during, and after welding.
• This role will also be involved in some metallurgical work, including identifying samples for on‑site lab review to resolve potential issues related to porosity, lack of penetration, melt thru, undercut, etc. and improving our ability to weld repair (over braze alloy) and increasing the strength of our products.
• Develop and document weld processes, including root cause analysis of deviations from critical process specifications to resolve weld‑related issues.
• Educate and train workers on proper procedures and processes, including creating and updating work instructions and training materials.
• Monitor welding performance (rework/yield) to ensure targets are met.
• Use established process management tools, control plans, and CPK monitoring to improve process outcomes.
• Develop best practices for production quality, reliability, and capacity.
• Create and implement improved preventative maintenance programs to enhance current processes.
• Support welding processes to maintain NADCAP certifications.
• Lead weld process development, including trials, documentation (work instructions, weld specifications, qualification records), and process qualifications.

Requirements

• Familiarity with GTAW for both rework/repair of existing parts and welding new aluminum and stainless steel parts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work process instructions
• Working knowledge of GTAW welding processes, particularly in aerospace components
• Knowledge of commercial welding specifications, particularly AWS D17.1 (Specification for Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications)
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and assist, educate, and train others
• Functional knowledge of NDT processes (penetrant, radiography, magnetic particle, and/or ultrasonic testing)
• Ability to use hand tools and inspection gauges
• Consistent compliance with safety and health regulations, including respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs, if applicable
• Must meet FAA requirements for a "safety‑sensitive" position
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution or equivalent years of pertinent experience
• 5 + years’ experience with GTAW and metallurgical lab experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• GTAW of stainless steel and aluminum, preferably heat exchangers or similar product with varying detail part thicknesses (preferred)
• Tool design experience for weld fixtures (preferred)
• Certified Weld Inspector (preferred)
• Experience with WPS’s and PQR’s (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in GTAW welding processes, particularly for aluminum and stainless steel in aerospace applications, while ensuring compliance with commercial welding specifications and safety regulations. Capable of developing and documenting welding processes, conducting root cause analysis, and training personnel to enhance production quality and efficiency.