Location: London, Canada
Date Posted: Jul 10, 2026
Requisition ID: 5235
Job Category: Engineering
Career Level: P54 - Specialist
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain
Pay Type: Salary
Salary Range: $73,600.00 - $92,000.00

Job Description
The P54 (Weld Engineer/Weld Specialist) role has been built for a candidate with a strong desire and aptitude for weld engineering but may only have some knowledge in the discipline. This is a high‑paced, team‑oriented role where the successful candidate will learn and further develop their interest in the field from Senior and Staff Weld Engineers. The new Weld Engineer/Weld Specialist will be responsible for providing support to design teams in the development and qualification of primary and secondary welded structures and learn the process to develop, optimize, and qualify weld procedures in accordance with industrial codes.

Key Job Elements

Provide support to design teams in the development of welded structures

Help develop, optimize, execute and qualify weld procedures in accordance with industrial codes (may include specialty testing for material characterization, vehicle structural tests)

Support the team during review of structural concepts

Evaluate and influence designs for improved manufacturability, cost and integration

Support planning, execution and reporting activities

Identify opportunities for cost reduction in welded structures

Assist with bidding and proposal activities

Support Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations into weld related problems

Provide weld expertise across the business, including with suppliers and customers

Independently identify, propose, and support continuous improvement initiatives related to welded structures and procedures

Review of contractual requirements and deliverables across multiple programs





Participate in joint meetings/reviews with stakeholders to ensure products delivered meet contractual requirements

Maintain active and professional communication with all involved stakeholders.

Support technical customer interaction activities and solicit senior support as required.

Required Qualifications

University degree, College Diploma or demonstrated skills in relevant weld engineering discipline

3-5 years relevant experience

Familiarity with North American welding codes and specifications

Understanding of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, Friction Stir Welding, etc.) and associated weld materials

Ability to perform weld size and strength calculations

Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Valuable analytical and problem‑solving skills

Experience with NX Unigraphics or similar CAD software

Ability to obtain Level 2 (Secret) security clearance

Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

Project leadership experience

Experience with structural analysis using Simcenter (NX), SimSolid (Altair) or similar.

Familiarity with military vehicles, specifications & standards.

Hands‑on manufacturing experience.

P. Eng. Or ability to obtain P. Eng designation.

Proficient with GDLS-C processes and products.

Experience in a Unionized environment

Working Conditions

Physical Environment: Office and Shop Floor

Hazards: Office and Industrial environments

Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing

Computer





Phone

Personal Protective Equipment

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

The Design Engineering Weld Specialist/Engineer opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $92,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit‑sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [emailprotected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.

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📌 Design Engineering Weld Engineer (Ontario)
🏢 General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada
📍 Ontario