Robotic Arc Welding Technician

EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation. Over the past 35+ years, EWI has provided high‑end research and development services as a not‑for‑profit contract research laboratory focused on joining and related technologies.

Our Arc Welding and Directed Energy Deposition (DED) Processes Group is a world leader in arc welding processes and is building new capabilities to advance robotic arc welding and robotic DED additive manufacturing and repair. The Robotic Arc Welding Technician will support research and development projects that focus on arc welding processes. They will work with state‑of‑the‑art industrial arc welding / DED robots and world‑class engineers to execute project work and tasks for customers that relate to advanced arc welding and arc DED additive manufacturing (AM).

Manual welding expertise is also required where needed, and cross‑training in other lab‑related areas is encouraged.

• Apply knowledge and demonstrated expertise in the execution of tasks/duties related to robotic arc welding equipment, programming of mechanized equipment, and manual welding processes
• Prepare, program, and operate industrial robots and set up equipment and/or components to the exact specifications of project requirements and/or customer’s needs
• Perform tasks in support of application development and research projects
• Support engineers and project managers in project planning processes by identifying and estimating level‑of‑effort required for proposed projects
• Occasionally interact directly with customers through demonstrations, presentations, or clarifying reports as they relate to assigned projects, and may travel to client locations when appropriate
• Utilize and effectively program CAD tools (or other skills) to create prototype tools required for project completion
• Assemble or otherwise produce designed tools, fixtures, and enhancements
• Continuously develop and apply depth of knowledge in automated arc welding processes
• Maintain accurate and legible records of project work and test results
• Support equipment preventative maintenance schedule and calibration efforts as needed
• Achieve and strive for highest quality standards in work
• Continuously meet and occasionally exceed (where necessary) production schedules and customer expectations and needs
• Achieve established work‑area cleanliness standards and maintain a high‑degree of organization in work area(s); follow and support 5S program efforts
• Perform work in a safe manner and adhere to safety programs, processes, and procedures set forth for the specific process and for company safety programs

• Prepared, programmed, and operated industrial robotic welding systems; EWI’s systems include ABB, Cloos, Fanuc, Motoman, and OTC Daihen in configurations ranging from 6‑ to 14‑axes
• Developed welding procedures for common robotic arc welding processes including GMAW and FCAW
• Developed procedures for and performed manual welding operations including GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW
• Working knowledge of other arc welding processes including SAW and PAW
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of and experience with electrical controls, preferably related to modern machine tools (inputs, outputs, custom M‑codes, ladder logic, etc.)
• Ability to use CAD software to develop basic drawings
• Robotic offline programming experience is considered favorable
• Previous Arc‑DED or WAAM experience is considered favorable
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well with ever‑changing priorities and/or situations
• Exhibit and maintain a positive, solutions‑oriented attitude toward work and co‑workers
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in assigned tasks on a consistent basis
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of associates
• Team‑oriented attitude and focus with strong ability to collaborate with others

• Laboratory/light production floor with ventilation, climate‑control system, moderate lighting, and moderate…