Lead Process Development Engineer
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Repair Development Engineer specializing in Joining Technology to drive the development, industrialization, and deployment of advanced joining and repair technologies. You will work within the Advanced Manufacturing & Repair Technology team to collaborate globally on enhancing quality, productivity, and operational performance. The role involves designing innovative repair solutions, executing engineering projects, and providing technical expertise in welding, brazing, and laser cladding.
Responsibilities
- Lead advanced joining and repair technology development globally
- Design innovative repair solutions and validation plans
- Drive technology transfer and qualification of repair centers
- Provide technical expertise in welding, brazing, and laser cladding
Required Skills
- Degree in Welding, Materials, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering
- 8+ years manufacturing experience with 5+ years in joining technologies
- Expertise in Laser cladding, superalloy welding, and CNC machinery
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and industrial gas turbines
Job Details
Lead Repair Development Engineer, Joining Technology
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Welding, Materials, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering.
- 8 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years specializing in joining technologies.
- Strong expertise in Laser cladding processes, Superalloy welding and brazing metallurgy, Numerically Controlled (NC/CNC) machinery.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Knowledge of industrial gas turbine components and repair technologies.
- Exposure to thermal spray coatings, surface finishing, machining, sealing, and related repair processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and industrialization of advanced joining and repair technologies to support manufacturing and repair operations globally.
- Design and implement innovative repair solutions to support new product introductions and component repair strategies.
- Develop validation plans for repair materials and laser cladding technologies in collaboration with New Repair Introduction teams.
- Drive successful technology transfer and qualification of repair service centers, ensuring compliance with repair standards and certifications.
- Execute engineering projects involving process design, analysis, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical expertise in joining technologies, including welding, brazing, laser cladding, and related metallurgical processes.
- Monitor project progress, communicate key developments, and ensure timely delivery of objectives.
- Maintain high-quality technical documentation in accordance with engineering and business requirements.
- Identify and implement productivity and process improvement opportunities across the global repair network.
- Collaborate closely with component engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and global stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions.