Welding Engineer

Liebherr Group

. Interface with all facility functions to support manufacture of current products and development of equipment and processes for new products .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $79,000 - $157,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Welding Engineering, including the ability to develop and improve manufacturing processes, manage projects, and lead teams. Proficient in utilizing engineering principles and tools to enhance production efficiency and ensure safety in operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Welding Engineering ExpertiseLean PrinciplesProject ManagementManufacturing Process DevelopmentTechnical Communication

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Hard Skills

Welding EngineeringManufacturing Process DevelopmentStatistical AnalysisGD&T3D Design SoftwareEquipment Utilization PlanningCosting ProceduresAlgebraProbabilityTrigonometry

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipMentoringProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointERP LN System

Certifications & Qualifications

Bulletproof Managers Training

Industry Keywords

Heavy Equipment ManufacturingManufacturing ImprovementsEquipment ReliabilitySafety OperationsSupplier Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface with all facility functions to support manufacture of current products and development of equipment and processes for new products
Support development of new and existing products and processes
Provide input for fiscal planning, capital projects, and cost reductions
Review product designs for manufacturability
Provide feedback for dispositioning non-conforming products
Provide technical assistance in implementing manufacturing concepts and technologies
Specify, select, and install statistically capable, reliable, maintainable, safe, and ergonomically sound equipment
Develop and improve workflows
Evaluate and propose new engineering concepts, equipment, processes, and technological developments
Support equipment utilization forecasting and materials engineering efforts
Maintain and review processes that ensure safe operations, tools, methods, and equipment
Support supplier development in manufacturing
Identify manufacturing improvements and develop solutions to improve production efficiency
Specify welding equipment and procedures required for production
Attend design reviews and provide manufacturing feedback or approval
Research, analyze, and specify tooling and equipment required for manufacturing
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties and provide technical recommendations and design changes
Develop manufacturing procedures and processes to meet production goals
Collaborate with multiple departments to manage medium- to large-scale projects
Analyze field and customer proposals, specifications, and data for design feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
Communicate and manage projects with suppliers, purchasing, and engineering
Train, mentor, and develop peers and personnel on processes and procedures
Lead investigations of failures and difficulties
Develop corrective and preventative actions for customer manufacturing issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 1: Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Welding Engineering or AS in Welding Engineering with two years of engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 2: Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Welding Engineering with two years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 3: Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Welding Engineering with four years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 4: Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Welding Engineering with six years of applicable engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of fundamental engineering and project management concepts and practices
Knowledge of ERP LN system as it relates to mining truck BOM structure and inventory control
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, engineering specifications, drawings, blueprints, procedures, and manuals
Ability to apply algebra, probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of basic heavy equipment manufacturing processes, equipment, and work area requirements
Knowledge of manpower and equipment utilization calculations and planning
Level 2: Experience in MRP, bills of materials related to production and inventory management
Level 2: Knowledge of GD&T and other tolerance methods
Level 2: Lean Principles
Level 2: Basic knowledge of 3D design software
Level 3: Ability to plan, manage, and direct resources and projects
Level 3: Ability to lead engineers, production personnel, and production supervision toward project goals
Level 3: Advanced Lean Principles
Level 4: Knowledge of financial data and costing procedures
Level 4: Ability to present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Level 4: Welding Engineering Expert in the respective subject matter area
Level 4: Bulletproof Managers Training
Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport

Benefits

Comp & perks

Major medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K plan with company match
Paid vacation
Paid personal days
Secure work environment
Competitive salary