Identify, evaluate, develop and implement methods of manufacturing related to all robotic welding cells, MIG and TIG welding, off line programming and weld fixture design in such a manner that will leverage the full range of equipment and process capabilities. T

Will apply in-depth knowledge Robotic Welding Cells, MIG and TIG welding processes, fixture design and work center lay outs that will take full advantage of the capabilities of the equipment with the intent to surpass our current status as a leader in the metal fabrication industry. The Welding Engineer will research, develop and maintain a library of strategically relevant technologies that will advance our welding capabilities, while collaborating with manufacturing engineers to continually enhance the collective knowledge base of the company. The Welding Engineer seeks to optimize throughput and first pass yield by providing operators with clear, elegant process instructions for all welding processes.

• Developing weld processes and procedures to support new product introduction and improve existing welded assemblies
• Collaborating with Sales Engineering Technologists to provide customers optimized solutions and competitive quotes
• Implementing off-line programming for all welding operations wherever possible
• Maintaining off- line programming software
• Developing preventative maintenance schedule for all new equipment
• Educating and supporting Sales Engineering Technicians to improve accuracy and throughput of estimating function
• Defining and maintaining estimating standards for all welding processes
• Participating in the corrective action process as it relates to welding processes.
• Analyzing processes through the use of FMEA, Regression Analysis and Design of experiment
• Managing capital projects in collaboration with the Facilities Manager to ensure machine installation, training and start-up dates are met
• Collaborating with Curriculum Specialist and Continuous Improvement Manager to ensure labor processes are standardized and reproducible
• Performing Continuous Improvement and internal ISO audits as scheduled
• Providing support to Welding Machinery Technician to resolve equipment related failures and ensuring that repeatability after repair has been proven

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Certified Welding Instructor – Preferred
• Certified Weld Inspector - Required