R&D Welder - Fabricator

R&D Welder - Fabricator

Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for engineering and R&D projects. Applying engineering principles and practices during development of new products, improving products, equipment, processes and methods of production for the organization. This role will support projects that fulfill customer and company strategic goals, integrating the needs of our customers, and marketing, sales, and manufacturing departments.

Support/assist engineering with research of new and existing product design, achieving company strategic goals

Support/assist engineering with research/experiment/analysis different material, manufacturing processes, design tolerances and other applicable development processes

Coordinate testing procedures and draft specifications for manufacturing

Provide technical assistance for process related problems:
Identify and analyze production problems and implement solutions in a timely manner

Performs setup, monitoring and maintenance of the manufacturing process

Support/assist engineering to continually refine upgrades and modify the manufacturing process to promote SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost)

Reviews Engineering drawings and specifications, makes recommendations for changes

Support/assist engineering planning manufacturing process from initial startup for space utilization, process optimization and workforce efficiency

Support/assist with incorporating new processes into manufacturing

A general understanding of machine and tool design, designs various tooling to support manufacturing/inspection requirements

Setup and operate all fabricating and machine shop equipment such as robotic welding equipment, brake press, lathe, iron worker, saw, etc. Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Observes equipment to detect defects or machine malfunction.

Examines weld for bead size and other specifications and performs a variety of quality control inspections on products, materials, components, and parts at various stages to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards.

Uses inspection devices as necessary to inspect parts and verify that the part is to print as required.

Documents machine operations and preventative maintenance programs

Provides line support and in-process failure analysis

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, physical demands and/or ability required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 5 years of experience welding (MIG/ARC/GAS) in a manufacturing industry or equivalent

Previous experience in fixturing parts and assemblies to prevent warpage or other unwanted results

Ability to set up and operate all Fab/Machine shop equipment (medium to large hydraulic/brake press, robotic welders, vertical mill (Bridgeport), grinder, iron worker, vertical/horizontal band saw, horizontal lathe)

Attention to detail

Must be able to work within a team environment and work independently when necessary

Ability to weld and/or use cutting torch in all positions

Ability to regulate welder to specific wire feed speeds and voltage

Ability to perform fit up, weld, and assemble using fixtures, surface plates and hand tools, tape measure, etc.

Ability to fixture components and welds to print specifications, sketches, or concepts

Ability to design and build prototypes with very little detail and supervision

Preferred – Experience in building prototypes and fixtures

Preferred – Previous programming experience in Fanuc and/or Lincoln robotic welder

Preferred – Proficient in TIG welding

Preferred – Basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting

Preferred– Familiarity with hydraulics (pressure, cylinders, liners, and valuing)

Preferred:
Working knowledge of technical terminology in the aerial work platform and/or hydraulic lift industry

Preferred:
Experience in Solid Works

Good interpersonal/social skills

Ability to use logic to solve problems with effective solutions

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