Welding Process Engineer

1 month ago

Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

About Us

GKN Aerospace is a leading global engineering company that designs and manufactures innovative smart aerospace systems and components. With 38 manufacturing locations in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to make a difference in the aerospace industry. As a Manufacturing Engineering Specialist, you will play a critical role in delivering zero-defect projects utilizing engineering and problem-solving skills.

Job Summary

As a Welding Process Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing robust, capable manufacturing process technology for materials, tooling, part fabrication, and assembly. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement welding procedures and evaluate qualification/substantiation results.
  • Administer the training and certification system for welders or welding operators, including determining the extent/range of qualified welding variables and evaluating their performance.
  • Perform inspections or verify that work inspected and records maintained conform to applicable aerospace standards.
  • Certify the qualification of welders to applicable aerospace codes or standards.
  • Have a good knowledge and understanding of welding process fundamentals, welding metallurgy, symbols, drawings, and interpretation, NDT, and quality procedures.
  • Verify the standard and compliance of inspection records and proper documentation.
  • Witness WPS qualification, verify, and review its compliance with code and contract requirements.
  • Verify compliance of production welding and inspection.
  • Perform visual weld inspection and review the result/report of inspection.
  • Supervise and train welding inspector assistants or visual welding inspectors.

Job Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO 9000, AS 9100, or D1-9000.
  • Fluent in English language, both written and spoken.
  • Diploma/Bachelor/Degree in Mechanical/Welding Engineering or related field.
  • Preferable certified as Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) in accordance with AWS QC1 or Welding Inspector Specialist/Assistant in accordance with AWS B5.2. Candidate with certified CSWIP 3.1 might be considered.
  • Satisfactory vision acuity as per AWS QC1/AWS B5.1/AWS B5.2 or ISO. Minimum able to read J2 and pass color perception test/Ishihara.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience with GTAW and/or EBW welding processes on aerospace materials such as titanium, aluminum, stainless steel is desired.
  • Previous experience working with aerospace specifications and standards such as AWS D17.1/AWS QC1/AWS B5.1/AWS B5.2/AMS 2685/AMS 2681/AMS 2689 or equivalent is desired.

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

GKN Aerospace is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that a balance of cultures, ethnicities, and genders brings new ideas and creativity to our teams around the world.

We are an equal opportunity employer and treat all our employees and applicants fairly. We are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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