Build Your Future with DEW Engineering and Development

DEW Engineering and Development is a leading, full-service, Canadian defence manufacturing firm. We partner with clients from Concept to Combat™ – From design and engineering to testing, prototyping, and full-scale manufacturing, our teams deliver mission-critical solutions to military and commercial customers around the world.

Our success is driven by the talented people who choose to build their careers with us. At DEW, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful projects, collaborate with skilled professionals, and contribute to products that make the world measurably better. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment where employees are empowered to succeed both personally and professionally.

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that is Making the World Measurably Better and delivering solutions from concept to combat, we invite you to join our team.

Current Opportunity: Welder Level II

The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting engineering drawings, fitting and welding complex assemblies, and ensuring all work meets stringent quality and safety standards. This individual takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement while supporting production objectives and meeting customer requirements.

Responsibilities & Duties:
(Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following)

- Able to set up production fabrication fixtures to ensure quality of product
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings/prints , including GD&T; specifications
- Perform In process inspection by visually or mechanically inspect assemblies for defects (cracks, chips, dimension, surface finish,



etc); records results and notifies lead/supervisor of deviation as appropriate. May use one of more of the following for measuring and inspection: Tape Measure, various types of Micrometers and Calipers.
- Works under minimum supervision
- Uses the manufacturing computer system for basic departmental functions, such as entering part transfers, closing operations and scrap; reports any discrepancies to lead or supervisor
- Performs tasks utilizing various welding processes, which could include GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, MIG, TIG, SAW
- Required to perform maintenance and repair of welding equipment. Understands and meets or exceeds quality standards; seeks to minimize reject rate. Proficient in setting up and operating all welding equipment
- Ensures Work Procedures and welding specifications are current. May take part in audits/inspections within the welding department
- Train and coach Welder I in company procedures and customer specific requirements.
- Recommends process and equipment improvements to improve throughput, safety, environmental, budgetary and quality performance
- Assists and/or performs work in any and all areas as assigned. May work any and all shifts/days as required

Other:

- Travel as required
- Adhere to all environmental, health and safety regulations and follow the environmental and quality management systems
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education: Post secondary education, Welder/Fitter is preferred. Vocational apprenticeship would be an asset.

Experience:

- 5+ years of directly related experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Must have knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys and aluminum. Must have working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters




- Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Required to pass tests to meet certification standards of governmental agencies or professional and technical associations
- Possesses advanced understanding of established procedures and ability to apply knowledge to unusual and complex production problems

Benefits

- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Company-matched pension plan
- Paid vacation days, paid personal days, paid sick leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Company-paid training and CWB certification
- Work clothing program, boot allowance, and prescription safety eyewear reimbursement
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Target Hiring Range

CAD $28:00 - $38:00

Compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education.

If your experience is a solid match for the role and you're interested in this opportunity, we'd be pleased to hear from you. Please send your resume confidentially to [email protected] with “Welder II” in the subject line.

While we thank all those who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

DEW is proud to be an equal prospect employer.

DEW strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, DEW will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$38.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottawa, ON K1G 4G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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