Advanced Manufacturing Welding Technician; Robotics & Additive Manufacturing

$41 – $51 / hour |
Full-Time |
Onsite – Central Connecticut |
Day Shift | Up to 5% Travel

Work with cutting-edge robotic welding, additive manufacturing, and advanced fabrication technologies while helping develop the future of modern manufacturing.

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced manufacturing, welding, and robotic systems
• Perform TIG, MIG, laser welding, wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM), and directed energy deposition (DED) processes
• Fabricate fixtures, tooling, prototypes, and production components for engineering and customer projects
• Support commissioning, calibration, qualification, and optimization of advanced manufacturing equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, welding specifications, and process documentation
• Conduct process development trials while documenting parameters and production results
• Perform quality inspections using metrology equipment and nondestructive evaluation methods
• Collaborate with engineers and technical teams on manufacturing development and prototype projects
• Assist with customer demonstrations, technical training, and technology transfer initiatives
• Maintain laboratory equipment while ensuring all quality and safety standards are met

• 7+ years of hands-on industrial experience in welding, fabrication, additive manufacturing, or automated manufacturing
• Strong experience with TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW), and laser welding
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and mechanical/electrical systems
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
• AWS Welding Certification or equivalent experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude with strong hands-on problem-solving skills
• Experience safely operating industrial manufacturing equipment

• Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)
• Directed Energy Deposition (DED)
• Cold Spray technologies
• Industrial robotics (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Motoman, Universal Robots)
• Robot programming or teach pendants
• Metallurgy and weld qualification
• CNC machining or hybrid manufacturing systems
• R&D, prototype development, or low-volume manufacturing

• Work with some of today's most advanced manufacturing technologies—including robotics, laser welding, and metal additive manufacturing
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering, research, and prototype development projects
• Stable organization with a diverse pipeline of commercial and industrial manufacturing initiatives
• Collaborative environment where technicians work directly alongside engineers and manufacturing experts
• Competitive hourly pay with excellent benefits and professional development opportunities
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and advanced manufacturing systems

Associate degree, technical certification, apprenticeship, military training, or equivalent hands-on experience in:

• Welding
• Manufacturing Technology
• Fabrication
• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Related technical fields

Equivalent industry experience will be considered.

• Full-time
• On-site
• Day shift
• Occasional early morning or evening work as projects require
• Up to 5% travel

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development & Technical Training
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Work on innovative manufacturing technologies shaping the future of industry