Applications Engineer - Welding Aluminum

Hobart Filler Metals; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW is seeking an Aluminum Applications Engineer to become the technical expert for aluminum wire products and welding processes. You will collaborate with customers, distributors, sales teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver solutions that improve welding performance, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

The role requires hands‑on problem solving, technical leadership, and the ability to translate complex welding challenges into actionable applications for customers and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering is required.
• Strong application knowledge of welding processes and manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with customers to understand technical challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed, data‑driven recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and training capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to successful completion.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and customer groups.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary application expert for aluminum wire products and welding processes.
• Provide application support, technical recommendations, troubleshooting assistance, and product expertise to the Aluminum Business Unit, ITW Welding organization, sales teams, channel partners, and end users.
• Support growth initiatives and customer retention efforts through technical project leadership and application expertise.
• Perform product evaluations and create key application and performance data to support customer requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports on product evaluations, field testing, and customer projects.
• Consult with customers remotely and onsite to identify challenges and implement solutions that optimize welding performance and value.
• Conduct technical training sessions, both theoretical and hands‑on, for internal teams, distributors, and end users.
• Perform competitive analysis of welding products and technologies within the marketplace.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key manufacturing and welding process variables that impact final product quality.
• Develop, manage, and continuously improve manufacturing weld lab procedures, testing protocols, and laboratory personnel activities.
• Analyze returned products and support root cause investigations and corrective action efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through technical expertise, data analysis, and problem solving.

Skills

Customer collaboration

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Are you a Welding Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working directly with customers, and driving innovation in manufacturing applications? Join our team as an Aluminum Applications Engineer and become a trusted technical expert supporting industry-leading aluminum welding products. In this highly visible role, you will serve as the subject matter expert for aluminum wire products and welding processes, collaborating with customers, distributors, sales teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver technical solutions that improve performance, productivity, and customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on hands-on problem solving, technical leadership, and helping customers achieve success through innovative welding solutions.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary application expert for aluminum wire products and welding processes.
• Provide application support, technical recommendations, troubleshooting assistance, and product expertise to the Aluminum Business Unit, ITW Welding organization, sales teams, channel partners, and end users.
• Support growth initiatives and customer retention efforts through technical project leadership and application expertise.
• Perform product evaluations and create key application and performance data to support customer requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports on product evaluations, field testing, and customer projects.
• Consult with customers remotely and onsite to identify challenges and implement solutions that optimize welding performance and value.
• Conduct technical training sessions, both theoretical and hands‑on, for internal teams, distributors, and end users.
• Perform competitive analysis of welding products and technologies within the marketplace.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key manufacturing and welding process variables that impact final product quality.
• Develop, manage, and continuously improve manufacturing weld lab procedures, testing protocols, and laboratory personnel activities.
• Analyze returned products and support root cause investigations and corrective action efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through technical expertise, data analysis, and problem solving.

Minimum Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering is required.
• Strong application knowledge of welding processes and manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with customers to understand technical challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed, data‑driven recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and training capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to successful completion.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and customer groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the aluminum welding industry.
• Knowledge of aluminum welding products, wire applications, and related manufacturing processes.
• Prior experience in welding applications engineering, technical sales support, product development, or customer‑facing technical roles.

Why Join Us?

• Become a recognized technical expert in the aluminum welding industry.
• Work on innovative projects that directly impact customer success and business growth.
• Engage with customers and industry professionals across a variety of applications and markets.
• Collaborate with a talented team committed to technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Gain hands‑on exposure to product development, testing, training, and field application support.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Limited international travel may be required.

Compensation Information

Compensation for this position is market‑competitive and will be based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.