Weld Engineer
On-siteSterling Heights, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Program and configure a FANUC robot for resistance spot welding applications, building and commissioning a robotic spot weld process from scratch. Create and optimize robot paths, weld schedules, and production sequences while configuring TCPs, frames, payloads, I/O, and tool data. Integrate and verify spot weld gun operation, perform mastering and calibration, and troubleshoot robotic, electrical, and welding process issues. Validate weld quality, optimize cycle time, and ensure all safety functions operate correctly. Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to complete startup on schedule and document programming changes.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience programming FANUC industrial robots
- Strong experience with robotic resistance spot welding
- Experience creating robotic welding programs from the ground up
- Knowledge of robot frames, TCPs, I/O configuration, and production optimization
- Experience commissioning robotic welding cells
- Ability to troubleshoot FANUC robots, weld controllers, and peripheral equipment
- Ability to read electrical drawings and robot documentation
- Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing standards
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must deliver a fully operational welding process within a compressed project schedule
- Must be available for overtime
- Must be onsite in Sterling Heights, MI
- Must be available for a 1-week contract
Desired Qualifications
- FANUC Certified Programmer
- Experience with automotive body shop welding systems
- Experience with servo spot weld guns
- Knowledge of PLC integration and industrial networking
- Previous startup and commissioning experience in automotive automation
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