Job Description

Overview

Our client is seeking a Welding Engineer II to support and lead welding and fabrication initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a self-motivated engineer with a strong background in welding processes, automation, continuous improvement, and project execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support welding fabrication projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
  • Develop and qualify welding procedures using visual inspection, NDT, and destructive testing methods.
  • Create and maintain welding documentation, including Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), quality control documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
  • Set up, program, and optimize automated welding equipment, including robotic welding systems.
  • Support welding automation efforts through robotic programming and process improvements.
  • Update manufacturing documentation, including routings, BOMs, engineering drawings, and machine programs.
  • Facilitate root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, workflow optimization, and waste reduction.
  • Evaluate and implement new welding technologies, equipment, and capital improvement projects.
  • Provide technical support to production teams and resolve day-to-day manufacturing challenges.
  • Collaborate effectively with operations, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to achieve business objectives.
  • Communicate project status, results, and recommendations to stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Welding Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in welding fabrication, welding engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), Resistance Spot Welding (RSW), and Stud Welding.
  • Experience developing and qualifying welding procedures.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
  • Working knowledge of welding equipment, tooling, fixtures, and fabrication processes.
  • Experience supporting automated or robotic welding applications.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Additional Information

  • This position operates within a manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production equipment, welding operations, and engineering teams.
  • Occasional travel may be required to support projects, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.