Job Description
Welding Engineer Canton, MI
Must-Haves: - Four-year technical degree or 10+ years of related welding/engineering experience
- Experience in resistance welding (preferred)
- Automotive manufacturing background strongly preferred
- Knowledge of welding processes, robotics, controls, and automation systems
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
- Strong project management, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Welding Engineer to develop, support, and optimize welding and joining processes within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves equipment design and integration, process improvement, training, and collaboration with engineering, production, and leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities: - Develop and support welding and joining equipment, including robotics and control systems
- Conduct Weld Excellence training (Basic Welding, T-Joint Weld, Multi-Pass Weld, Weld Symbols, Weld Maps, etc.)
- Design, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes
- Analyze workflow, workforce utilization, and facility layouts to maximize operational efficiency
- Design, specify, and assist with fabrication, assembly, installation, and debugging of welding systems and tooling
- Lead process design and development of new production techniques
- Establish weld control standards for new products and programs for all weld centers
- Coordinate cost estimates, tooling requirements, and change requests
- Collaborate with management and engineering teams on production capabilities and schedules
- Serve as acting Engineering Manager in their absence
- Promote and enforce safety practices, participate in safety initiatives and incident investigations
- Support plant goals related to safety, environmental sustainability, and continuous improvement
Qualifications & Skills: - Four-year technical degree or equivalent experience (10+ years)
- Experience in resistance welding, robotics integration, and automation systems
- Strong knowledge of project management, PLCs, and engineering software
- Experience in automotive manufacturing and Lean Manufacturing concepts
- Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills
- Ability to lead, collaborate across teams, and support equipment troubleshooting
This is an excellent opportunity for a welding professional who thrives in innovation, process development, and cross-functional teamwork. If you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
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