Welding Engineer

Welding & Brazing Process Specialist

Location: Stiva Industrial Park, Apodaca, N.L.

About Güntner

Güntner is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced refrigeration and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions. Headquartered in Germany with a worldwide presence, we specialize in developing innovative, high-quality, and sustainable technologies that drive energy efficiency. Our commitment is to deliver high-value solutions to our clients, improve quality of life, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Role Purpose

Develop, optimize, and implement welding and brazing methods across all manufacturing processes, ensuring top-tier quality standards, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency aligned with global standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify operational and technical training needs for welding processes across the plant.
• Design and execute tailored training plans based on operational indicators and shop-floor needs.
• Define and manage the welder skills matrix, competency levels, and pay tiers according to technical capabilities.
• Prepare and manage documentation and technical evidence required for welding process certifications.
• Coordinate and supervise welder test coupons and equipment testing for certification issuance and renewals.
• Quality Assurance & Troubleshooting:
• Diagnose and actively resolve technical issues in welding and brazing operations.
• Work closely with the Quality Department to reduce or eliminate internal and external cost of quality (CoQ).
• Perform technical inspections and ensure strict adherence to international standards and codes.
• Identify and implement process improvements in welding to boost productivity and product quality, always prioritizing workplace safety.
• Conduct technical feasibility and engineering studies for product enhancements.
• Identify, document, and justify cost-saving projects (VAVE / Cost Out) resulting from changes in components, materials, or process parameters.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional engineering teams to drive process standardization and share best practices across international sites.

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgy, Chemical, Electrical, or related field).
• Language Skills: Conversational / Fluent English (required for daily collaboration with global engineering teams and international manufacturing sites).
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of proven experience as a Welding & Brazing Specialist or Engineer (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, Brazing) within the manufacturing or metalworking industry (HVAC industry experience is highly preferred).
• Standards & Codes: Strong proficiency in international codes and standards: AWS, ASME, ISO, and AISI.
• NDT Inspection: Solid experience in Visual Testing (VT) and Non-Destructive Testing methods (UT, PT, MT, RT).
• Certifications (Preferred): AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) status is strongly preferred.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive salary aligned with experience.
• Above-market benefits package.