Lead Joining Engineer, AMRT Special Process Team

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize new joining process technologies (welding and brazing) for repairs
• Assisting component teams in implementing repair strategies and fulfilling NPI (New Product Introduction) requirements.
• Create validation plans for repair materials and various welding and brazing process technologies in conjunction with New Repair Introduction engineers.
• Ensure the successful transfer of developed processes and validate qualifications and certifications of repair service centers for their joining procedures.
• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles, adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.
• Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments to stakeholders.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of joining processes, including a variety of welding and brazing techniques, superalloy metallurgy, and associated heat treatment processes, to effectively address diverse engineering challenges and select the most appropriate method for specific applications.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for assigned projects and/or tasks, consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Provide continuous improvement support and seek opportunities to enhance joining processes across the global repair network.
• Collaborate with supply chain, component teams, productivity departments, and other GEV organizations to identify opportunities for projects and improvements within the supply chain network.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Production Engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree, or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in manufacturing engineering, including a strong background in joining processes (welding and brazing) and associated heat treatment.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of superalloy welding and brazing metallurgy, as well as heat treatment principles essential for post-joining quality assessment.
• Knowledge of industrial gas turbine components and repair processes, such as thermal spray coating, surface finishing, sealing, machining, etc., would be advantageous.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external customers across global teams.
• Good understanding of Lean methodology and continuous improvement principles (e.g., Kaizen, 5S).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into practical solutions.
• Ability and willingness to occasional travel , as required.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No