Welding Engineer Job Description

Welding Engineer Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Welding Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and execute in-house projects for implementing new engineering changes that modify assembly processes;
  • Participation in the Layered Process Audit schedule;
  • Process monitoring using statistical methods;
  • Liaise with vendors regarding software / hardware updates and troubleshooting systems;
  • Maintain welding systems to ensure manufacturing activities are in within specifications and interpret and apply specifications for manufacturability;
  • Selection of welding methods, development of parameters, demonstration on mockups, and qualifications;
  • Implement process improvements with regards to Mig Welding systems using all available current welding technologies;
  • Completes other necessary duties as deemed appropriate and necessary;
  • Participation in the Internal ISO/TS 16949 Audit schedule (applies only to certified ISO/TS 16949 internal auditors);
  • Preparation of customer submittals to transmit information and plans, gain approvals, and authorize repairs to deviated components;
  • Support maintenance activities in PM scheduling as well as training and developing maintenance technicians from a Mig welding perspective;
  • Collects, tracks, and advises on downtime issues and implements short and long-term solutions to minimize downtime;
  • Preparation of welding procedures, drawings, and electronic shop floor routing documents;
  • Programming of CNC welding machines;
  • Process efficiency studies to reduce span and cost.

Requirements:

  • ABET Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline required (weld, machine, NDT);
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills;
  • Self-motivated, showing initiative and creativity with minimal supervision;
  • Preferred computer skills include CAD, Excel, and CNC programming;
  • Will consider candidates at all career levels;
  • Strong communication (written/verbal) and teamwork skills for interaction with both hourly and salary employees;
  • Common programming knowledge of robotics and Weld controls for welding mild steel, hybrid and organic coated materials;
  • Strong proficiency with weld control systems (Bosch DC Mid-Freq Inverters. Lincoln power supplies. Fanuc robots);
  • Ability to work in a team-based lean-manufacturing environment;
  • High skill set of Mig welding on mild steel and knowledgeable about aluminum welding;
  • Full scope of knowledge in Mig and resistance spot welding systems;
  • Willingness to travel for training;
  • Strong familiarity with projection nut and stud welding.