Weld Engineer - Manufacturing

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Welding to support the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of welding and fabrication processes within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a technical expert focused on improving production efficiency, enhancing product quality, resolving manufacturing challenges, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Production, and Operations to support both existing products and new product introductions.

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Provide technical support for welding, fabrication, powder coating, tooling, production equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot product and process issues related to design, materials, equipment, and manufacturing methods.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using statistical and problem-solving methodologies.
• Analyze nonconforming materials, create NCM reports, and partner with Quality teams to reduce defects.
• Develop and optimize welding and fabrication processes for new and existing products.
• Establish manufacturing sequences for welding, fabrication, painting, and plating operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and schematics.
• Design, implement, and optimize robotic welding cells to maximize throughput and efficiency.
• Create and maintain work instructions, job procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and manufacturing best practices.
• Evaluate equipment accuracy and engineering specifications while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend weld process and design modifications to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to improve productivity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide shop-floor support and technical leadership to technicians and manufacturing personnel.
• Lead or support capital improvement and continuous improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering
  , Industrial Engineering
  , or a related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on welding processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of production welding operations and fabrication processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of weld tooling, fixturing, and manufacturing process development.
• Experience developing and implementing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  .
• Experience with Solid Works, Solid Edge, AutoCAD
  , or similar CAD software.

• Strong metallurgical and mechanical engineering background.
• Hands-on experience with welding processes including:
• GMAW (MIG)
• GMAW-P
• GTAW (TIG)
• RSW (Resistance Spot Welding)
• Experience with robotic welding systems and automation.
• Welding robot programming experience.
• Knowledge of equipment and process validation methodologies, including:
• OQ (Operational Qualification)
• PQ (Performance Qualification)
• Experience leading capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with a continuous improvement mindset. You thrive in a manufacturing environment, enjoy solving complex technical…