Robotic Welder Technician

Collins Aerospace; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Private Medical Insurance

Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan

Pension scheme 2:1 up to 10% match

Life Assurance

25 days vacation + bank holidays + buy

Flexible working

Top up benefits

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, based in Wolverhampton, is seeking a Robotic Welding Technician to support the Welding Engineering Department and production through operation and maintenance of robotic welding cells.

You will work with Fanuc robots and Fronius welding equipment, perform routine maintenance, and aid in implementing new products and improvements. The role is onsite in Wolverhampton with competitive benefits and pension support.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotics preferred.
• Fabrication and welding experience.
• Confident communicator for training and feedback.
• Good organizational skills.
• Computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic welding cells and support Welding Engineering.
• Process components using certified programs and techniques.
• Maintain function and operation of welding cells.
• Learn and use Fanuc teach pendant and Fronius equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and tip/liner changes.
• Identify issues impacting cell performance and weld quality.
• Assist in implementing new products and improvements.

Skills

Robotics experience

Fabrication and welding

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Tools

Fanuc robot

Fronius welding equipment

Job description

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. We are currently seeking to recruit a Robotic Welding Technician to join our Power & Controls Strategic Business Unit of Collins Aerospace, based in Wolverhampton.

What You Will Do

You will support the Welding Engineering Department and production requirements regarding the function and operation of the robotic welding cells. Primarily this role will involve operation of the robotic welding cells.

• Process production components using the certified robotic welding programs and techniques.
• Maintaining the function and operation of the robotic welding cells.
• Become proficient in the use of the Fanuc robot via the teach pendant.
• Become proficient in the use of the Fronius welding equipment.
• Perform maintenance duties e.g. changing liners and contact tips, ensure cold wire feed system is performing correctly.
• Identify possible issues that may affect the running of the cell.
• Identify issues that could affect the welds. Make parameters changes accordingly.
• Support Welding Engineer’s to implement new products and improvements to the robotic welding cells.
• Review weld torch pathways and re-teach where necessary.

What we can offer you

• Competitive Salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Fantastic Pension Scheme which operates as a 2:1 match up to 10%
• Life Assurance
• 25 days vacation plus bank holidays plus the ability to buy/sell 5 days per year
• Flexible working
• Employee selectable top up benefits
• And so much more!

What You Will Learn

Professional Development: Access to company-paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.

Experience: Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands-on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

Education and Experience

• Previous experience working with robotics is preferred.
• Previous experience of fabrication and welding.
• Confident communicator to provide feedback, training and tuition.
• Good organizational skills.
• Computer skills necessary.

Power & Controls: We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment.

All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton

Country: United Kingdom

Position Role Type: Onsite