Design Engineering Weld Staff Engineer/Specialist

Description

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.The Design Engineering Weld Staff Engineer/Specialist is responsible for the assessment of all welded joints and to provide the design engineer with weld related recommendations on all components and structures.  CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with the Design Engineer, assess all welded joints and provide weld related recommendations on all designs, including components and structures 
• Provide support to design teams in the development and qualification of welded structures across all areas of engineering
• Develop, optimize, and qualify weld procedures in accordance with industrial and defense codes 
• Understand QX118 and QX23 related activities and the application of GDLS Quality Management System in relation to welding standards
• Perform damage assessment on welded structures, develop repair plans and support repair procedures 
• Lead planning, execution and reporting activities including development of Bid and Proposals
• Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations into weld related problems
• Provide weld expertise across the business and with both suppliers and customers
• Identify, propose, and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to welded structures and procedures
• Provide assistance to supplier selection and mentoring/training of new weld suppliers
• Identify opportunities for design optimization and cost reduction in welded structures
• When needed, support the development and revision of welding based quality clauses, processes and ISO related audits 
• Manage customer issues and expectations, lead and address issues/concerns, and provide technical and procedural guidance
• Review of various contractual requirements across multiple programs, clear understanding of deliverables, participate in joint meetings/reviews with stakeholders to ensure products delivered meet contractual requirements

  Required Qualifications: 

• University Engineering degree or College Engineering Technologist Diploma
• Familiarity with North American welding codes and specifications
• Applied knowledge of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, Friction Stir Welding, etc.) and associated weld materials
• Technical knowledge of vehicle and parts design practices, engineering drawings, materials, GD&T, testing with ability to perform weld size and strength calculations
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Ability to obtain Level 2 (Secret) security clearance

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Welding Inspector – AWS CWI and/or CWB CSA W178.2 Level II
• P. Eng is preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in mechanical/welding designs of metallic components/ structures in the defense industry
• Hands on welding experience or current welders' certification
• Working knowledgeable in Siemens NX environment  
• Experience in a Unionized environment