Weld Engineer

Overview

Position Title: Weld Engineer
Location: Madison, AL
Published Salary: $82,500.00 / Year
Employment Type: Direct Hire

Join a leading manufacturing team as a Weld Engineer in Madison, Alabama, where you'll provide technical guidance and support to optimize welding operations. Lead the planning and installation of welding equipment, including robotics, jigs, and vision systems. Program and troubleshoot Fanuc and Yaskawa/Motoman robotic welding systems, as well as Omron PLCs, to enhance manufacturing processes. Develop and improve welding methods, optimize workflow, and design efficient equipment layouts to maximize productivity.

Collaborate with management and suppliers to ensure equipment capabilities meet production goals. Apply hands-on problem-solving skills to resolve equipment and process issues, supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure safety protocols are strictly followed and contribute to quality control and process optimization efforts. Flexibility to work across various departments and areas within the plant is essential.

• Robotic Welding & PLC Programming – Proven experience programming and troubleshooting Fanuc, Yaskawa/Motoman robots, and Omron PLC systems.
• Manufacturing Process & Weld Engineering – Ability to develop, evaluate, and optimize welding and manufacturing methods within an automotive or similar high-volume environment.
• Automation Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement – Hands-on skills with robotics, vision systems, jigs, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.