Junior Welding Engineer

At SKF, we develop technologies that keep the world rotating more reliably, efficiently, and sustainably. As industries face increasing demands on performance, availability, sustainability, and cost efficiency, advanced material and manufacturing technologies are becoming essential.

Within SKF, Laser Cladding Venture (LCV) specializes in laser cladding, Laser Metal Deposition (LMD), and metal additive manufacturing for large, high‑value industrial components. These technologies enable functional surface engineering, repair, and near‑net‑shape manufacturing, extending component lifetime while reducing material, energy consumption, and overall environmental impact.

Laser Metal Deposition represents a key step in the evolution of welding Technology, combining welding, surface engineering, and industrial 3D printing. It allows engineers not only to join materials, but to engineer material where it is needed, layer by layer, supported by precise metallurgical control and digital process monitoring.

At LCV, industrial production, qualified welding processes, and continuous process innovation come together. For a new generation of welding engineers, this environment offers a unique opportunity to grow, develop future‑proof skills, and help shape the next generation of manufacturing technologies.

Junior Welding Engineer – Laser Metal Deposition

YOUR FUNCTION

As a Welding Engineer – Laser Metal Deposition, you support and execute manufacturing inspection, and technical activities related to laser cladding and additive manufacturing of industrial components.

You work close to the shop floor, quality and engineering teams, gaining practical experience while building a solid foundation in qualified welding/cladding processes, inspection, and industrial quality requirements, with opportunities to gradually contribute to process development and R&D projects.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Manufacturing & Inspection Support

• Support incoming, in‑process, and inspections of row Material, laser‑cladded or welded components (Visual, Dimensional, PMI, Hardness, surface condition, etc).
• Assist in the execution or supervision of NDT activities (e.g. PT, UT where applicable) together with certified inspectors.
• Verify coating quality, surface condition, and preservation prior to component release.
• Ensure inspection activities are performed according to qualified procedures, inspection plans, and approval requirements.

Documentation & Quality

• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, release notes, and quality documentation in a structured and traceable manner.
• Support documentation related to WPS/WPQR, ISO 3834‑2, and project‑specific welding and cladding qualifications.
• Support handling of non‑conformities, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions under guidance of senior engineers.
• Support audits and inspections by customers and third‑party certification bodies.

Process & Technology Support

• Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure process stability and parameter compliance for Laser Metal Deposition.
• Support monitoring process parameters, traceability, and quality trends.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection methods, documentation, and workflow efficiency.

Exposure to R&D and Process Development

• Support process development trials and validation builds.
• Assist in inspection and evaluation of test samples (macro, hardness, microstructure, reports).
• Gradually contributes to technology transfer from development to industrial application.

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree in engineering (Welding, Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing or similar).
• IIW qualification (IWE International Welding Engineer).
• An Advanced Master in Welding Engineering.
• Genuine interest in laser-based welding and cladding processes.
• Well understanding of materials, welding metallurgy, and quality control.
• Willingness to work both practical tasks in the workshop and with technical documentation.
• Structured, accurate, and quality‑minded way of working.
• Motivated to learn and grow in a certification‑driven industrial environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Very good command of spoken and written English.
• Valid driving license (B).
• Willing to further develop technical and professional skills.

OUR OFFER

We offer a challenging full-time (40 hours/week) position with responsibilities in a highly active team within an international work environment offering many learning and growth opportunities. You can expect a market confirm salary package completed with extra-legal advantages.

At SKF, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our continued growth. Therefore, we focus solely on your experience, skills and potential. Come as you are, be yourself. #weareSKF

Additional information

This position is based in Oudsbergen, Belgium, and reports to the R&D Manager.

You can contact Marta Jackowiak, lead recruiter for this position, for any recruitment process related questions – marta.jackowiak@skf.com .

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please do not hesitate to send us your application with CV in English by August 10th, 2026.