Weld Engineer

Job Title: Weld Engineer Job Description The Weld Engineer will perform a broad range of multi-trade engineering functions focused on welding and automation within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role owns the end-to-end process for new equipment in the weld area, particularly laser beam welding cells and associated robotic MIG cells, from understanding production needs and designing solutions, to managing costs and ordering final components.

The engineer will improve legacy production processes, implement fixtures to prevent errors, enhance quality and efficiency, and support the safety of team members. The position requires close collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams to install, maintain, and upgrade production equipment, as well as implement new software and equipment modifications to optimize plant floor operations. Responsibilities Own the end-to-end process for new welding equipment, including understanding production requirements, creating designs to meet those needs, managing costs, and ordering components according to design specifications.

Focus on welding operations with emphasis on laser beam welding cells and Motoman robotic MIG welding cells, ensuring robust, reliable, and efficient performance. Improve legacy production processes by designing and implementing poka-yoke fixtures to reduce errors and increase quality, efficiency, and safety for production team members. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and maintenance teams to plan, install, maintain, and upgrade production equipment in the weld area and related processes.

Implement new software tools and equipment modifications to improve manufacturing processes and automation on the plant floor. Troubleshoot, repair, install, and replace components on equipment, machinery, and facility systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical elements. Apply basic design and simple fabrication skills to modify or create parts and fixtures that support welding and automated manufacturing operations.

Perform welding and cutting torch operations as needed to support maintenance, repair, and fabrication activities. Use PLC ladder logic to understand machine operation and support programming, adjustments, and troubleshooting of automated equipment. Maintain and repair test cables, and recommend suitable substitute components to ensure continuous and reliable equipment operation. Read and interpret blueprints, engineering sketches, and designs, recognizing details and variations and using analytical skills to solve technical problems.

Keep accurate written records for ordering replacement parts and tracking quantities, and provide manuals, drawings, and spare parts information to maintenance for proper ordering and preventive maintenance scheduling. Regularly inspect and adjust manufacturing equipment based on communication with operators and production supervisors to maintain optimal performance. Work safely with rigging and scaffolding, using ropes, chains, cables, hoists, jacks, and lift trucks to move and position heavy equipment.

Operate powered hand tools and, when needed, stationary machine tools to perform maintenance, fabrication, and repair tasks. Use precision measuring instruments to ensure proper fit, alignment, and function of components and assemblies. Communicate effectively regarding scope of work, completion schedules, issues, solutions, and required materials or parts with colleagues across departments. Perform other related duties as required and assigned to support equipment reliability, process improvement, and production goals.

Essential Skills Minimum 2 years of experience with weld conditions, robotic welding, and designing fixtures for weld cells, including laser and MIG processes. Advanced skills in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair of automated equipment in a manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience with machine tools and welding operations in an industrial setti