Robotic Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Standard Iron

Grand Island (NE)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Referral program

Career advancement

Cross-training

Safety culture

Job summary

Standard Iron is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on robotic welding to advance weld quality and productivity in our sheet metal fabrication operations. You will program, test, and optimize welding processes across FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, and KUKA robots, while supporting continuous improvement and NPI initiatives.

The role requires hands-on tooling and process development, CAD/CAM proficiency, and experience with laser cutting, punching, bending, and assembly.

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Welding Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
3–7 years of manufacturing engineering experience with emphasis on robotic welding.
Experience programming industrial robotic weld systems (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa/Motoman, or KUKA).
Strong understanding of robotic MIG welding processes and weld parameter development.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and nesting software.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

Develop, program, and optimize robotic welding applications across industrial robots.
Perform teach pendant and offline programming for welding cells.
Develop, validate, and optimize weld parameters to maximize quality and productivity.
Program and optimize CNC equipment using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and nesting tools.
Improve processes for laser cutting, punching, forming, bending, welding, and assembly.
Design tools, fixtures, and weld fixtures to improve repeatability and throughput.
Support NPI by reviewing designs for manufacturability and developing weld sequences.
Troubleshoot welding issues and implement corrective actions.
Lead Lean Six Sigma projects to reduce waste and improve throughput.
Collaborate with customers, sales, quality, and operations to meet specs and schedules.