Welding Engineer

Welding Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Welding Engineer to support manufacturing operations at our Middlebury, Indiana facility. This position will be responsible for developing, improving, and supporting welding processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of welding processes, manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement, along with the ability to work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize welding processes for production.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams.
• Troubleshoot welding, equipment, tooling, and process-related issues.
• Develop and maintain welding procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Assist with the design and improvement of welding fixtures, tooling, and equipment.
• Analyze weld quality and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Work closely with Quality to address defects, corrective actions, and quality concerns.
• Support new product launches and engineering changes as needed.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency initiatives.
• Evaluate welding equipment, technology, and automation opportunities.
• Ensure welding processes meet applicable quality and safety requirements.
• Train and provide technical guidance to production personnel when needed.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and communicate technical information effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably with welding or metal fabrication.
• Strong understanding of welding processes, materials, and weld quality.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and weld symbols.
• Experience with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with standard engineering and Microsoft Office software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MIG/MAG, resistance welding, or other production welding processes.
• Experience with robotic or automated welding systems.
• Familiarity with welding standards, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Welding certifications or familiarity with AWS standards is a plus.
• Experience with fixture/tooling design and implementation.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative manufacturing environment
• Opportunities to work with modern manufacturing and welding technologies
• Full-time employment with a stable, established organization