Process Engineer - Weld

Are you a talented engineer with welding expertise looking for a rewarding opportunity?  Have you considered a career in the Aerospace industry?  Imagine the rewards of applying your weld engineering background to GTAW manual and robotic weld repairs of turbine engine components for the aerospace and marine/industrial industries. 

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector.  Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufactures. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community. 

In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.

For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world-class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of single-aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services. 

Visit www.componentrepair.comand www.safran-group.comfor more information.

Take-off in your career, learn new skills and become part of a world-class workforce.

1.  Evaluate engine components and weld processes, customer specifications, FAA regulations and/or approved technical data to ensure efficient operation of the processes supporting these programs. 

2.  Solve weld process problems and evaluate methods to improve processes economically without compromising the quality of the process and/or end product. 

3.  Review new weld repairs, new and/or existing programs and processes to improve quality, efficiency and turn time of components. Submit written process procedures to customers, engine manufacturers or FAA/DER for review and approval. 

4.  Provide technical support to sales. 

5.  Develop new repairs or processes and submit written proposals to the customer, engine manufacturer or for FAA/DER or EASA review and approval. 

6.  Ensure all testing required to control processes is being performed.

7.  Ensure that process quality requirements are being met and written procedures are established per FAA approved technical data and/or industry standards.

8.  Work together with CRT personnel to maintain a company safety program. 

9.  Work with the Purchasing department to procure any materials, equipment and supplies as necessary related to repair processes. 

10. Communicate with individuals and department groups, leads and others as necessary regarding repair processes and facility improvements as a member of the engineering team. 

11. Provide training and lead meetings, as necessary, to assure the qualification and certification of employees per company or industry standards as defined by FAA approved overhaul procedures, customer specifications and/or company policy procedures manual.  

12. Provide technical support for production to resolve process discrepancies, solve technical problems, revisions to documentation, and other technical needs for new part and/or process development. Design new or modify existing tooling and fixturing drawings/blue prints in coordination with engineers; product leaders; and operators.

13. The average work week for an engineer at CRT is not a typical 40 hour work week. Engineers work overtime and generally will work between 45-50 hours a week.

1.  Communication skills – college level reading, writing, and conversational English. 

2.  Comprehend complex technical information. 

3.  Ability to organize and maintain records.

4.  Must have advanced knowledge in welding and other manufacturing processes. 

5.  Two/four-year technical degree (BS Chemistry, Materials, Welding, Mechanical Engineering, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. 

6.  Must have a general understanding of all internal systems at CRT after the trial and orientation period. 

7.  Turbine engine component repair experience preferred.

8.  General knowledge of civil aviation regulations, engine/overhaul manuals, and/or other process manuals used to repair turbine engine components.

9.  Continuing education in related processes and technologies.

1.  This position has pre-employment testing requirements that may require fitness for duty testing and a vision exam.

2.  Follow general shop safety procedures including the occasional use of safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and hearing protection.

3.  Stand and/or sit for portions of the shift. 

 Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT.  A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as: 

1.      CRT currently offers 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.  Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.

2.      The company offers a 401k program with company match.

3.      Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.

4.      Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.

5.      Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.

To review other benefits, visit our website at www.componentrepair.com/join-us/ or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComponentRepair  to see, “what we are up to.”

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