Robotic Welding Engineer - Lean & NPI Focus

Standard Iron & Metal Co.

Grand Island (NE)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

40 hours ago

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401(k) Match

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Referral Bonus

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Job summary

Standard Iron & Metal Co. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer focused on robotic welding programming to advance our sheet metal fabrication operations. You will develop and optimize weld processes and parameters to achieve high quality and productivity across multiple robotic systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial robots, CAD/CAM tools, and a strong background in lean manufacturing. You will contribute to NPI, engage with cross‑functional teams, and drive continuous

Qualifications

3-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience with an emphasis on welding applications.
Experience programming industrial robotic welding systems (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, or KUKA).
Strong understanding of MIG welding processes and weld parameter development.
Experience in sheet metal fabrication including laser cutting, punching, forming, bending, welding, and assembly.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and nesting software.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, Control Plans, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and AWS welding standards.

Responsibilities

Develop, program, and optimize robotic welding applications using industrial robots such as FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, or KUKA.
Perform teach pendant and offline programming for new and existing robotic welding applications.
Develop, validate, and optimize weld parameters including voltage, amperage, travel speed, wire feed speed, shielding gas, and torch angles to maximize weld quality and productivity.
Program and optimize CNC manufacturing equipment including laser cutters, turret punches, press brakes, tube benders, and other fabrication equipment using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, nesting software, and related programming tools.
Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for laser cutting, punching, forming, bending, robotic welding, manual welding, and assembly operations.
Design, validate, and improve tooling, fixtures, weld fixtures, and jigs that improve quality, repeatability, and productivity.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by reviewing customer designs for manufacturability (DFM), developing weld sequences, tooling concepts, and manufacturing documentation.
Troubleshoot robotic welding issues including fit‑up, distortion, porosity, spatter, burn‑through, lack of fusion, and other weld quality concerns.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve quality, productivity, and process stability.
Analyze production flow, identify bottlenecks, and implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
Collaborate with customers, sales, quality, operations, and production personnel to ensure products meet customer specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
Support cost reduction initiatives through process improvements, automation, tooling improvements, and cycle time reduction.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
Lead or participate in capital equipment evaluations, justification, installation, startup, and optimization of robotic welding cells and automated manufacturing systems.
Work with equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and automation suppliers during installation, programming, and commissioning activities.
Train production personnel on new robotic welding programs, equipment, and standardized work instructions.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation, work instructions, process sheets, PFMEAs, control plans, and programming backups.