Lead Weld Engineer - Automation & Robotic Welding

Brio Energy

North Carolina

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

AWS certification support

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Incorporated seeks a Certified Weld Engineer to lead welding engineering, automation development, and weld quality initiatives across manufacturing processes. This role advances PHC welding technology, supports innovation, and ensures the structural integrity of every cylinder produced.

We offer opportunities to lead modernization projects, drive process improvements, and collaborate with a global team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field.
AWS certification is required (CWI/CWE/SCWI preferred).
3–5+ years welding engineering in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Develop, qualify, and maintain WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation per AWS standards.
Provide engineering support for GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW and automated welding.
Identify and evaluate new welding technologies and weld monitoring tools.
Lead implementation and validation of robotic welding systems and fixtures.
Conduct weld design reviews focusing on joint design, heat input, metallurgy, and distortion control.
Ensure compliance with AWS codes and PHC quality standards.
Perform root-cause analysis and corrective action for weld nonconformances.
Support Lean/CI initiatives and optimize welding parameters and process flow.
Train and coach welders and qualification testing.