Weld Engineer

Fisher Dynamics is the automotive industry's premier supplier of safety - critical seat structures and mechanisms. Steeped in a tradition of excellence, and rooted in automotive innovation, the Fisher story is filled with automotive manufacturing milestones. We bring design, engineering, and manufacturing vehicle seating systems to a new level with innovative thinking. We're about cutting edge ideas. We have created an environment that encourages an uninterrupted flow of revolutionary concepts and unique ideas.

We are currently seeking an experienced Weld Engineer for our Harper Woods, MI location. The successful candidate will be responsible for researching, designing, developing, and improving manufacturing processes with special expertise in engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Lead new welding development research
• Troubleshoot welding issues both internally and with suppliers
• Develop processes for quotations
• Develop weld cell designs for efficient manufacturing
• Develop and specify welding standards and best practices
• Develop and specify welding equipment and components
• Improve welding equipment OEE
• Reduce welding scrap
• Program management
• Promote sound welding principles throughout the organization

Qualifications


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor's degree-Weld Engineering Technology

Experience

Five + years welding experience

Experience in automotive seating and/or mechanism environment

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Autocad


Knowledge of IATF 16949

MTM


Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook

Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel including customers, suppliers

Work Environment

50% Engineering Office

50% Production plant floor

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Ability to work 8 hours on production plant floor