Welding & Manufacturing Engineer | Center of Excellence Lead

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mavericks Manufacturing Partners, Inc. in Escondido, CA is seeking a mid-level Weld & Manufacturing Engineer to help build a best-in-class Welding Center of Excellence. You will review designs, develop weld maps, and support proposals while coordinating with suppliers to ensure high-quality welds.

The role emphasizes leadership in welding processes, documentation, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited institution; substitutions allowed.
• Experience with two or more welding codes such as AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.6, D17.1, and ASME Section IX.
• NAVSEA standards familiarity and hands-on capability with weld processes is preferred.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts, codes, and theory with problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CAD, Windows, and communication; PE license desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and documentation for weld symbols, processes, and code requirements.
• Develop weld maps, sequences, and supporting docs for high-quality welds.
• Lead weld qualification activities (PQR, WPS, PQTR) and supplier QA reviews.
• Assist with estimating/proposals for weldments and coordinate with vendors.
• Develop SOWs/RFQs, create manufacturing BOMs, and design fixtures and tooling.

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mavericks Manufacturing Partners, Inc. in Escondido, CA is seeking a mid-level Weld & Manufacturing Engineer to help build a best-in-class Welding Center of Excellence. You will review designs, develop weld maps, and support proposals while coordinating with suppliers to ensure high-quality welds.

The role emphasizes leadership in welding processes, documentation, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment with travel as needed.