Weld Manufacturing Engineer
On-siteNewton, North Carolina, United States
Newton, North Carolina, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeBachelors DegreeLarge
Full TimeBachelors DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Develop laser welding processes for production, troubleshoot weld-related issues to minimize downtime, and establish standardized operating procedures. Lead root cause analysis for weld defects and equipment failures while supporting new product launches with process design and APQP deliverables. Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction and OEE. Provide technical support for operators and collaborate with suppliers on weld process issues. Works onsite in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 1-2+ years of experience in Welding or Manufacturing Engineering in an automotive or high-volume production environment
- Demonstrated experience supporting production welding operations and new program launches
- Hands-on experience with robotic welding systems (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar)
- Understanding of weld quality standards, inspection methods, and destructive/non-destructive testing
- Experience with PLC-controlled equipment and automated production lines
- Knowledge of metallurgy, weld joint design, and fixture/tooling concepts
- Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC
- Proficiency in problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
- Ability to analyze and interpret production and quality data
Desired Qualifications
- Tier 1 automotive supplier experience
- strong knowledge of laser welding processes
- CAD experience (Inventor/Creo)
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