Lead Weld Engineer

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Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end‑to‑end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer‑specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high‑volume production.

Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and it is now expanding to support mission‑critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

As a Weld Engineer, you will drive the development and qualification of innovative weld joints to enable automated, fixture‑less assembly of multi‑component designs.

• Lead weld development including evaluation, down selection, and procurement of weld technologies.
• Design and develop welded joints, processes, and parameters for a variety of alloy systems and applications.
• Write and implement procedures and qualification plans for weld processes.
• Characterize weld performance for designs through mechanical testing and metallographic analysis.
• Establish weld quality control requirements to conform to aerospace and defense standards.
• Coordinate with cross‑function team of automation, design, and manufacturing engineers to implement welded joints into production.

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in weld engineering, materials science or engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience performing as a weld engineer for aerospace, defense, or automotive applications.
• Direct experience with automated/robotic welding, laser welding, or aluminum welding.

• Master’s degree or doctorate in weld engineering, materials science or engineering, or related field.
• Experience with new product implementation in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Expertise in welding processes such as MIG, TIG, laser beam, friction stir, or resistance welding.
• Knowledge of aerospace alloys including aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel alloys.
• Proficiency in CAD software for fixture design and layout.
• Familiarity with AWS, MIL, and ISO welding standards and codes.

• This is a fully on‑site role at our Torrance, CA headquarters.
• Mix of office, laboratory, and industrial environment. May work with powders, chemicals, and machining equipment.

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels of Lead Engineer (E06) – Principal Engineer (E07) as evaluated through our interview process.

• Lead Weld Engineer / E06: $141,400 – $194,400
• Principal Weld Engineer / E07: $163,300 – $224,550

Pay Range: $141,400 USD – $224,550 USD

• Holistic compensation package including competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results‑based incentive bonus opportunities.
• Wellness and time off: paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year‑end shutdown. Paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: HMO and Premium PPO options, plus company‑sponsored life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Professional development: reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives.
• Collaborative and high‑performing environment within a fast‑paced, mission‑driven company.

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with…