Design Engineering Weld Staff Engineer/Specialist
Location: London, Canada
Date Posted:
Requisition ID: 3768
Job Category: Engineering
Career Level: P55 - Staff
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Clearance Type: Ability to obtain
Job Description
Description
- 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
- 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
- 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
General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our employees. 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.
