Weld Engineer

Moeller Aerospace is investing in insourcing welding operations at our Harbor Springs facility. This position will be responsible for creating a TIG welding operation from the ground up welding high-nickel super alloys. This role will analyze, design, implement, and continuously improve procedures and standards for inhouse TIG welding of aerospace components.

JOB DUTIES:

• Implement AS9100 conforming weld procedures. Obtain AWS certification for Moeller Aerospace plus all relevant customer approvals for TIG welding.

• Create and maintain welding techniques, procedures, and documentation using knowledge of mechanical properties and characteristics of aerospace parts and engineering principles.

• Develop and maintain welder continuity plans and in-depth knowledge training for new hires.

• Test incoming raw materials through robust quality/inspection procedures.

• Implement and monitor cost savings initiatives.

• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.

• Weld parts to customer prints with TIG weld procedures.

• Read models/drawings and take measurements to plan efficient layout and procedures.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, set up, and tools based on customer requirements.

• Set up components for welding according to specifications.

• Perform metallographic analysis of materials used within Moeller Aerospace manufacturing in collaboration with the Quality department.

• Utilize laboratory test equipment and apparatus and arrange and suggest modifications of equipment to ensure adequate inspection for quality.

• Record any test and quality findings and prepare and analyze results for review with customers.

• Evaluate received supplier request for quotations regarding welding and support bid packages on quoted programs.