Laser Welding Engineer

NTS COMPONENTS SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NTS COMPONENTS SINGAPORE PTE LTD is seeking a skilled technician to set up and program the laser welding robot, adapting programs for existing and new products while editing tool paths from the machine software.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Work Preparation to optimize production, help design welding jigs, and support re-engineering for laser welding automation. A diploma/degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics with sheet metal experience is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics) or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the sheet metalworking industry.
• Knowledge of robot operation and programming (KUKA/ABB preferred).
• Knowledge of MIG, TIG, and laser welding processes (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the laser welding robot according to Work Orders and predefined programs.
• Develop programs and setup plans for the laser welding robot for both existing and new products.
• Edit tool and weld paths directly from the machine's software.
• Advise and collaborate with Engineering/Work Preparation teams to optimize the production process.
• Participate closely in the design and fabrication of welding jigs and support re-engineering efforts to ensure product suitability for laser welding automation.
• Perform daily maintenance on machines, fixtures, and tools.
• Report and call Maintenance/Technical Service for any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure safe working practices for oneself and others.
• Perform all other related production tasks as required.
• Discuss work progress and program discrepancies with the Engineering department.
• Coordinate with colleagues regarding priority tasks.
• Create programs for the laser welding machine and welding robot using dedicated software.

Skills

Sheet metalworking experience

Robot operation & programming

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Mechatronics)

Tools

KUKA/ABB robots

MIG welding

TIG welding

Laser welding

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate the laser welding robot according to Work Orders and predefined programs

• Develop programs and setup plans for the laser welding robot for both existing and new products

• Edit tool and weld paths directly from the machine's software

• Advise and collaborate with Engineering/Work Preparation teams to optimize the production process

• Participate closely in the design and fabrication of welding jigs and support re-engineering efforts to ensure product suitability for laser welding automation

• Perform daily maintenance on machines, fixtures, and tools

• Report and call Maintenance/Technical Service for any equipment malfunctions

• Ensure safe working practices for oneself and others

• Perform all other related production tasks as required

• Discuss work progress and program discrepancies with the Engineering department

• Coordinate with colleagues regarding priority tasks

• Create programs for the laser welding machine and welding robot using dedicated software

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics) or equivalent

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the sheet metalworking industry (preferred)

• Knowledge of robot operation and programming (KUKA/ABB preferred)

• Knowledge of MIG, TIG, and laser welding processes (preferred)