Entry level - Manufacturing Engineer I- Weld

Cube Hub Inc.; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cube Hub Inc. in Moline, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I focused on welding operations within the order fulfillment process.

This onsite, 12-month contract role supports both manual and robotic welding floors, providing front-line engineering assistance and process troubleshooting. You will drive continuous improvement, fixture and line efficiency initiatives, and collaborate with the welding engineering team to ensure high-quality output on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering OR equivalent related manufacturing engineering work experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling design, TPM, and facilities.
• Experience utilizing engineering systems, tools, and databases.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for tooling and production floor bottlenecks.

Responsibilities

• Front-Line Support: Provide daily support for the welding floor (manual and robotic lines). Respond to line calls, troubleshoot equipment and tooling issues, and support operators with quality-related questions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements relating to fixtures, line efficiencies, and weld process optimization.
• Quality & Collaboration: Apply quality engineering principles to welding processes to ensure high-standard output and collaborate with welding manufacturing engineering team.

Skills

Front-Line Support

Continuous Improvement

Quality Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Fanuc robotic weld systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer I - Welding (Contract)

Location: Moline, IL (Onsite from Day 1)

Duration: 12 Months (with potential for extension)

Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM); must be flexible to work 10-hour days and weekends as needed.

Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position. Citizens or Permanent Residents only.

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and proactive Manufacturing Engineer I to join our Weld Engineering team in Moline, IL. In this role, you will provide critical front-line engineering support for our manual and robotic welding operations within the Order Fulfillment Process (OFP).

Note: This is an engineering and troubleshooting role; you will not be performing any physical welding applications.

Your Responsibilities

• Front-Line Support: Provide daily support for the welding floor (manual and robotic lines). Respond to line calls, troubleshoot equipment and tooling issues, and support operators with quality-related questions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements relating to fixtures, line efficiencies, and weld process optimization. Utilize your understanding of line design, material presentation, and cycles of imbalance to eliminate manufacturing bottlenecks.
• Quality & Collaboration: Apply quality engineering principles to welding processes to ensure high-standard output. Collaborate closely with the broader weld manufacturing engineering team on ongoing projects and operational support.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Welding, Industrial, or Manufacturing) OR equivalent related manufacturing engineering work experience.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Technical Skills:
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling design, total preventative maintenance (TPM), and facilities.
• Experience utilizing engineering systems, tools, and databases.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for tooling and production floor bottlenecks.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Hands-on experience with Fanuc robotic weld systems or PLC-driven robotic lines.
• Prior experience in Quality Engineering specifically related to welding operations.
• Practical knowledge of line design, cycles of imbalance, and manufacturing management tools.

Interview Process

• Round 1: 15-minute introductory phone screen.
• Round 2: 1-hour technical and behavioral interview via Microsoft Teams.