Sr. Weld Engineer

Dana Incorporated; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in Warren, MI is seeking a Weld Engineer to support manufacturing operations. The role focuses on welding process development, equipment maintenance, and ensuring product quality across production lines.

The candidate will lead root-cause analysis, develop weld instructions, and train operators and maintenance personnel on welding robotics and processes. This full-time position offers opportunities to advance with the latest welding technologies in an automotive setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in welding metallurgy or welding technology; 4+ years practical experience or 10 years equivalent
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) current or can obtain a CWI is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead weld engineering projects such as production process development, weld equipment maintenance needs, instructions, and weld station methods.
• Review and analyze production, quality assurance, maintenance and other operational reports to identify non-conformities in product weld quality and output and resolve production problems.
• Perform weld capability analysis. Troubleshoot and correct weld instability and welding equipment capability.
• Participate in initial engineering control plan and procedures to assure product process capability to achieve quality products.
• Responsible for writing weld process instructions.
• Hands-on responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of production welding equipment in support of the maintenance department.
• Responsible for fundamental operator training as well as advanced robot training for production and maintenance personnel.
• Daily technical support to production operations.
• Maintain process documentation describing control of manufacturing process (FMEA, control plan, operator check sheets, operator and gauge work instructions, process sheets, deviation postings, Poka-Yoke check sheets, PM check sheets, tool matrix postings).
• Participate with DCP teams for problem solving and continuous improvement of process, documentation and control plans.
• Maintain action plans for continuous improvement of weld department measurables.
• Maintain action plan for continuous improvement for weld department, coordinate efforts for plant goals and objectives with Area Manager.
• Remain current with the latest technology developments, and benchmarking and testing of new technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical presentation

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in welding metallurgy or welding technology

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

This is a weld engineering position for primary support to the manufacturing operations within the plant. This facility has all Fanuc / Lincoln GMAW processes.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Hands-on responsibility for weld engineering projects such as production process development, weld equipment maintenance needs, instructions, and weld station methods.
• Review and analyze production, quality assurance, maintenance and other operational reports to identify non-conformities in product weld quality and output and resolve production problems.
• Perform weld capability analysis. Troubleshoot and correct weld instability and welding equipment capability.
• Participate in initial engineering control plan and procedures to assure product process capability to achieve quality products.
• Responsible for writing weld process instructions.
• Hands-on responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of production welding equipment in support of the maintenance department.
• Responsible for fundamental operator training as well as advanced robot training for production and maintenance personnel.
• Daily technical support to production operations.
• Maintain process documentation describing control of manufacturing process (FMEA, control plan, operator check sheets, operator and gauge work instructions, process sheets, deviation postings, Poka-Yoke check sheets, PM check sheets, tool matrix postings).
• Participate with DCP teams for problem solving and continuous improvement of process, documentation and control plans.
• Maintain action plans for continuous improvement of weld department measurables.
• Maintain action plan for continuous improvement for weld department, coordinate efforts for plant goals and objectives with Area Manager.
• Remain current with the latest technology developments, and benchmarking and testing of new technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Education And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in welding metallurgy and or welding technology, plus four years practical experience or ten years equivalent work experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is current or can obtain a CWI is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to lead root cause analysis, interpret complex data, and implement high-impact solutions.
• Work effectively with teams across engineering, production, quality, and leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence decision-making.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.