Repair Engineer - Weld

Component Repair Technologies • Mentor, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weld Repair Engineer is focused specifically on the product weld repair strategy release into TG2. In this role, the engineer generates plans for streamlined weld repairs for aerospace components with a focus on minimizing heat input, cracking, and distortion. Through proactive repair plans, engineers drive reduced rework, improve turnaround time (TAT), and increase overall production throughput in the Weld & Heat Treat Departments. Provides hands-on technical support to production teams involving weld repair plans and ensure all operations comply with engineering specifications, OEM requirements, quality standards, and environmental regulations. This position interprets complex engineering drawings, repair specifications, and metallurgical requirements to design tooling, fixtures, programming, and optimized parameters that maintain airworthiness and material integrity. CRT is a customer focused organization that prides itself on being agile and reactive to customer needs. Our Engineering team strives to deliver excellent quality of our products and service to our customer.

Requirements

• Four Year (Bachelor’s) degree in an Engineering or technical field (B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, etc.) from an accredited college or university (Or a High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience in applicable fields)
• Ability to understand and interpret complex technical documentation including OEM repair manuals, FAA Regulations, and blueprints and the ability to apply and integrate said information in a systematic manner.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to evaluate from both a technical and mechanical perspective.
• Experience in understanding and following verbal and written instructions accurately, including the reading and interpretation of technical drawings and work scope instructions.
• Problem solving and analytical skills, capable of identifying and resolving technical issues in a timely manner.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to work effectively with other engineers and technicians as well as the ability to convey complex technical concepts to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience of a strong technical background along with project management experience with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience in interpreting and applying basic shop math and the use of measuring devices, such as micrometers and calipers.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team to identify and deliver thoroughly tested solutions.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Understanding of computers and standard software programs.

Responsibilities

• Improve Quality Rating of the weld department by developing the production release strategy on specified components before release into TG2. A production release strategy includes establishing weld limitations using ESM criteria and repair experience, reviewing available or required tooling, modifications of work instructions, and collaborating with other engineers and department managers.
• Drive continuous improvement by finding successful approaches to challenging weld repairs and implementing those as regular shop practices.
• Use root-cause analysis protocols to resolve department errors and operational issues.
• Collaborate with weld technicians, weld shop leadership, and weld process engineers to design improved weld procedures and/or specific weld procedures for custom welding applications.
• Control process parameters to maximize production repeatability and quality control accuracy.
• Generate technical work instructions and comprehensive process documentation for complex weld repairs, including operation sheets and setup guides.
• Collaborate with production leadership, operators and technicians on the initial weld plan, and monitor the results of those repair plans as they travel through the shop.
• Provide technical support and guidance as needed to aid in successful repair.
• Diagnose repair defects to determine root cause and implement effective corrective actions.
• Review standard work instructions for points of risk and adjust repair plan for greater chance of success.
• Read and comprehend technical documentation including OEM manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and material specifications.
• Execute safety protocols to maintain compliance and minimize workplace hazards.
• Adapt to the needs of the customer. Adjust schedule and plans to align with customer goals.
• Communicate updates to repair processes, problem-solving initiatives, quality improvements, and process developments across all organizational levels.
• Train operations staff on new process developments and standard procedure updates.

Benefits

• Two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution.
• Health, vision, and dental coverages.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401k program with company match.
• Continuing education offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
• Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
• Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level