Design Engineering Weld Associate Specialist/Engineer

The P53 (Weld Associate Engineer/Weld Associate Specialist) role has been built for a candidate with a strong desire and aptitude for weld engineering but may only have some knowledge in the discipline. This is a high-paced, team-oriented role where the successful candidate will learn and further develop their interest in the field from Senior and Staff Weld Engineers. The new Weld Associate Engineer/Weld Associate Specialist will be responsible for providing support to design teams in the development and qualification of primary and secondary welded structures and learn the process to develop, optimize, and qualify weld procedures in accordance with industrial codes.

Key Job Elements

• Provide support to design teams in the development of welded structures
• Help develop, optimize, execute and qualify weld procedures in accordance with industrial codes (may include specialty testing for material characterization, vehicle structural tests)
• Support the team during review of structural concepts
• Evaluate and influence designs for improved manufacturability, cost and integration
• Support planning, execution and reporting activities
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction in welded structures
• Assist with bidding and proposal activities
• Support Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations into weld related problems
• Provide weld expertise across the business, including with suppliers and customers
• Independently identify, propose, and support continuous improvement initiatives related to welded structures and procedures
• Review of contractual requirements and deliverables across multiple programs
• Participate in joint meetings/reviews with stakeholders to ensure products delivered meet contractual requirements
• Maintain active and professional communication with all involved stakeholders.
• Support technical customer interaction activities and solicit senior support as required.

Required Qualifications

• University degree, College Diploma or demonstrated skills in relevant weld engineering discipline
• 1-3 years relevant experience
• Familiarity with North American welding codes and specifications
• Understanding of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, Friction Stir Welding, etc.) and associated weld materials
• Ability to perform weld size and strength calculations
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with NX Unigraphics or similar CAD software
• Ability to obtain Level 2 (Secret) security clearance
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Project leadership experience
• Experience with structural analysis using Simcenter (NX), SimSolid (Altair) or similar.
• Familiarity with military vehicles, specifications & standards.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience.
• P. Eng. Or ability to obtain P. Eng designation.
• Proficient with GDLS-C processes and products.
• Experience in a Unionized environment

Working Conditions:

• Physical Environment: Office and Shop Floor
• Hazards: Office and Industrial environments
• Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing

Equipment Utilized:

• Computer
• Phone
• Mobile device

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

Candidates with less than one year of experience but with prior related work experience with GDLS-C, such as a co-op or internship, will be considered and are welcome to apply.

The Design Engineering Weld Associate Specialist/Engineer opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $61,600 to $77,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [email protected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.