Process Engineer - Weld Engineer

General Electric Company

$87K — $116K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering or related field, or high school diploma/GED with 4 years experience
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in weld engineering or manufacturing
  • Experience administering weld/braze programs and operator qualifications
  • Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods and NADCAP requirements
  • Strong problem-solving and project management skills

Responsibilities

  • Administer and improve weld/braze programs and processes
  • Oversight of annual assessments and training for weld operators
  • Document machine and weld schedule qualifications for product validation
  • Develop and maintain engineering procedures and controlled documentation
  • Provide technical support for welding/brazing equipment and compliance activities
  • Lead troubleshooting for weld/braze-related quality issues
  • Implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
  • Access to employee assistance program for counseling and referral services
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs
  • Paid parental leave, disability insurance, and life insurance
  • Paid time-off for vacation or illness
  • Relocation assistance provided
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Weld Engineer provides manufacturing engineering support for weld and braze operations, with safety, quality, delivery, and cost as core priorities. This role is responsible for administering weld and braze programs, including annual assessments, refresher training, welder certifications, machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, documentation control, part qualification records, and support of NADCAP compliance requirements. The role also supports production, material discrepancy investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, cost-out projects, and new product/process implementation while exercising sound technical judgment and appropriate independence in day-to-day execution.

Job Description

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Own and administer the weld and braze programs, including development, qualification, control, and continuous improvement of weld/braze processes, parameters, weld joint variables, and critical process controls.
  • Administer operator program requirements, including annual weld and braze assessments, annual refresher training, and issuance and maintenance of welder certifications in accordance with applicable requirements.
  • Perform and document machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualification records to support process and product validation.
  • Develop, review, release, and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Procedures, work instructions, and related controlled documentation.
  • Provide technical support for welding/brazing equipment, tooling, operators, and compliance activities, including process audits, NADCAP requirements, and adherence to internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead troubleshooting and structured problem-solving for weld/braze-related production and quality issues, including support for material discrepancy reports and technical investigations.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and cost-out opportunities in partnership with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
  • Support new product introduction and transition from development into production.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in weld engineering or manufacturing experience) + Minimum of 3 years of weld engineering or manufacturing experience

Desired Characteristics & Experience:

  • Degree in Welding Engineering or related technical discipline.
  • Experience administering a weld and/or braze program, including operator qualification/certification, annual assessments, refresher training, machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualifications.
  • Familiarity with weld joint inspection requirements and non-destructive testing methods, and NADCAP requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and implement solutions using a structured problem-solving approach.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced a environment.
  • Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
  • Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
  • Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
  • Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
  • Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

The base pay range for this position is $87,000 to $116,000 per year. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on June 19th, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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