ME Tech/Weld Trainer

Carrier Corporation • Charlotte, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Carrier Global Corporation , a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier . About this role Carrier’s manufacturing site in Charlotte NC, is seeking a skilled ME Tech/Weld Trainer to join our team. This hybrid position is critical to elevating welding skills, reducing leaks and turnbacks, and ensuring code compliance in weld fabrication while supporting manufacturing engineering initiatives. The role combines technical training leadership with hands-on process improvement responsibilities. Beyond technical skill, the ME Tech/Weld Trainer serves as a steward of safety, ensuring all machinery is operational and all safety standards are met without compromise. We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and also lifestyle support with flexible working and parental leave. Plus, we’ll support your growth with paid-for external training programs and courses.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of hands-on welding experience (including 6G certification).
• 5+ years in industrial/commercial welding; strong pipe and sheet metal experience.
• Physical ability to work and weld in awkward positions such as, kneeling, lying down and overhead, and climb & work from a ladder and lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in Carrier operations preferred
• Proficiency in GMAW/MIG for stainless and carbon steel.
• Experience qualifying welders to ASME Section IX (WPS, PQR, WPQ); AWS familiarity a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, WPS, and gage settings.
• Fabrication and modification of existing parts for rework
• Proven ability to build curricula, teach hands-on, and evaluate practical skills.
• Experience training peers on production lines or in classroom settings.
• Knowledge of multiple welding operations on the line.
• Familiarity with Cx (Operational Excellence) tools, lean principles, and problem-solving techniques.
• Knowledge and experience with 5S programs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to work in diverse international environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Additional certifications and credentials from external organizations desirable.
• Bias for action and ability to execute with speed

Responsibilities

• Own onboarding, upskilling, and certification of weld and brazing technicians across first and second shifts.
• Build and deliver weld onboarding and refresher courses for CHVAC welding (focus: MIG/GMAW).
• Teach 2G/6G pipe fundamentals, pipe fitting techniques, and test preparation using internal curriculum.
• Train new welders on accessing drawings, standards, and proper interpretation.
• Administer practical evaluations, skills matrices, and stamp qualifications; maintain WPQ/WPQR and WPS records per ASME Section IX and site QA procedures.
• Document, teach, and audit standard work; reinforce safety (PPE, LOTO, ventilation), quality checks, and correct gage/tool usage.
• Partner with ME/QE to analyze leak/burst data, identify root causes, and embed best practices; schedule targeted refreshers where gaps exist.
• Plan training cadence that supports production schedules; flex coverage for first/second shift and occasional weekends.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions for assembly and brazing operations.
• Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles and 5S on the shop floor.
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain production equipment and tooling for HVAC components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct cycle time studies and collect data for capacity analysis.
• Recommend process improvements to meet output targets for XR7 and DV platforms.

Benefits

• Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
• Retirement benefits
• Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees