Welding Engineering Specialist

Welding Engineering SpecialistToyotetsu America Inc - Somerset, KY 42503OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift First Category Skilled Labor - TradesDescriptionResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:Plan, direct and coordinate welding processes as necessary.Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirement, workflow, and design layout of equipment, materials or parts.Confer with management and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, etc. to facilitate production processes.Demonstrate a hands-on ability to solve welding problems.Identify potential welding quality problems from drawings and/or be able to work with design for problems that develop in production.QualificationsTechnical Competencies:Knowledge of PLCs and electrical systems.Knowledge of spot, resistance, robotics, and MIG welding.Knowledge of product design.Knowledge of materials and parts fabrication processes.Knowledge of tooling and production equipment capabilities.Knowledge of assembly methods and quality control standards.Proficient personal computer and software skills.Non-Technical Competencies:Leadership (team development, ability to influence, organizational awareness).Interpersonal skills (relationship building, conflict resolution, customer orientation).Communication (verbal communication, listening, written communication).Judgment and thinking (strategic thinking, original thinking, judgment and decision-making, problem solving).Performance skills (accuracy with detail, planning and organizing, efficiency).Personal characteristics (motivation/commitment, flexibility, assertiveness, development orientation, quality orientation).Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering and two (2) + years related experience, or a high school diploma plus equivalent experience.