R&D Welder-Fabricator: Prototyping & Process Innovation

Custom Equipment, Inc; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Equipment, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to drive welding and R&D initiatives in our manufacturing environment. You will support new product development, improve existing processes, and collaborate with marketing, sales, and production to meet strategic goals.

The role requires hands-on expertise in MIG/ARC/GAS welding, fixturing for weld integrity, and proficiency with SolidWorks and robotic welding systems. Excellent problem-solving and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of welding experience (MIG/ARC/GAS) in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience fixturing parts to prevent warpage and ensure weld integrity.
• Ability to operate Fab/Machine shop equipment and read drawings.
• Welding in all positions and ability to set wire feed speeds/voltage.
• Proficient with fixtures and welding to print specifications.
• Experience building prototypes and fixtures preferred.
• SolidWorks familiarity; Fanuc/Lincoln robotics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering with research and development of new/existing products.
• Coordinate testing procedures and draft specifications for manufacturing.
• Provide technical assistance for process-related problems and root-cause analysis.
• Setup, monitor, and maintain manufacturing processes; ensure SQDC goals.
• Review drawings and specifications; propose changes and improvements.
• Design/build prototypes and fixtures; support space utilization and efficiency.
• Operate and program robotic welding equipment; ensure weld quality.
• Document machine operations and coordinate preventative maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Problem solving

Strong communication

Independent work

Logic to solve problems

Confidential information handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Fanuc robotics

Lincoln robotic welder

Robotic welding equipment

Vertical/horizontal band saw

Job description

Custom Equipment, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to drive welding and R&D initiatives in our manufacturing environment. You will support new product development, improve existing processes, and collaborate with marketing, sales, and production to meet strategic goals.

The role requires hands-on expertise in MIG/ARC/GAS welding, fixturing for weld integrity, and proficiency with SolidWorks and robotic welding systems. Excellent problem-solving and teamwork are essential.