Joining Technology Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automotive engineering is seeking a Joining Technology Engineer to focus on innovating joining technologies for BIW manufacturing. The successful candidate will develop new solutions, improve existing processes, and ensure quality assurance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role is essential for ushering advancements in vehicle manufacturing technologies, making it ideal for candidates with strong backgrounds in welding and joining technology.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a joining or material discipline required.
• Background in joining technologies at a technical level is essential.
• Experience with welding and bonding techniques is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop new joining technology from concept to industrial readiness.
• Review existing processes to reduce CO2e footprint.
• Collaborate with project teams for joint feasibility assessments.

Skills

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

Self-Piercing Riveting (SPR)

Resistance Spot Welding (RSW)

Adhesive Bonding

Laser welding

Flow Drive Screw joining

Technical Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in a joining or material discipline

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Onward Technologies Limited

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Role: Joining Technology Engineer

Contract Duration: 6 months

Start Date: ASAP

Experience: 5 - 10 years

In this role you will:

As a Joining Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development and application of different joining technologies required for BIW manufacturing. Ensuring that all joining methods are applicable under plant conditions. Your expertise will ensure the quality and performance of all joining solutions.

Working closely with cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, Product Engineering and Materials Engineering, you will play a key role in shaping the future of joining technology applications for cars.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new joining technology from concept level to Industrial readiness level. Independently plan and execute experiments, trials, analyze data and report the results.
• Review existing joining processes and find out opportunities for reducing CO2e footprint.
• Carry out Benchmarking & Best Practices studies, analyze competitor solutions, conduct a cost/benefit analysis and value mapping exercise.
• Write joining process standards, develop and maintain PFMEAs for different joining technologies.
• Collaborate with the project team to review CAD and provide technical inputs for joint feasibility for different joining technologies involves in the vehicle program.
• Issue Prevention & Resolution - Root cause investigations (8D/DMAIC), capture lessons learned and embed improvements in foundation documentation.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently holding a degree or equivalent in a joining or material discipline.
• Experience: Background in joining technologies, working at a technical level with any of the following:
• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Self-Piercing Riveting (SPR)
• Resistance Spot Welding (RSW)
• Adhesive Bonding
• Laser welding
• Flow Drive Screw joining

Skills and Attributes:

• Technical Knowledge: Ability to transfer knowledge and best practices from the engineering industry into the automotive environment.
• Team Player: Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a team, listen to others, and demonstrate enthusiasm and passion.
• Leadership: Ability to take the lead, achieve results, and meet deliverables and commitments.
• Communication: Confident in communicating with project stakeholders at all levels, with strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive problem solver with excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel to multiple sites while maintaining a base location at home site.