Weld Engineer

Autokiniton Global Group; Bluffton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

15 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Autokiniton, located in Bluffton, Ohio, is seeking a hands-on Welding Engineer to optimize robotic and resistance welding processes on our fast-paced automotive stamping floor. You will troubleshoot complex welding challenges, partner with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement across production, maintenance, quality, and engineering.

The role emphasizes on-the-floor problem solving, process development, and opportunities to influence equipment upgrades and new product launches

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding/Robotics or equivalent experience.
• CWI/CWE or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years related welding/robotics experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Optimize robotic and resistance welding processes to improve quality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex welding challenges and implement lasting solutions.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to drive continuous improvement.
• Support new product launches, process development, and equipment improvements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve manufacturing performance.

Skills

Welding

Robotic automation

Troubleshooting

CAD

Education

Bachelors in Welding/Robotics

CWI/CWE certification

Tools

ABB programming

Fanuc programming

Job description

18717 County Road 15, Bluffton, Ohio, United States

Tracking Code

11324

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

At Autokiniton, we’re looking for a talented, hands-on Welding Engineer who thrives on solving challenges, improving processes, and driving innovation in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This is more than just another engineering position. It’s an opportunity to take ownership, work with advanced welding technologies, and make a measurable impact on our heavy stamping operations.

If you have a strong automotive background, understand the demands of a fast pace stamping operation, and enjoy being out on the manufacturing floor working with your team, this could be a great opportunity.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Optimize robotic and resistance welding processes to improve quality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex welding challenges and implement lasting solutions.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to drive continuous improvement.
• Support new product launches, process development, and equipment improvements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and strengthen manufacturing performance.

Working conditions:

We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodation during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located in Bluffton, Ohio, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

• Excellent Rated School Systems
• Great family events and parks
• Well known for their “Blaze of Light” displays during the winter holiday season.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelors in Welding/robotic engineering or equivalent, CWI, CWE or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years related technical experiencewith welding processes, robotic automation, projection welding, resistance welding systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on, proactive approach to engineering challenges.
• Knowledge of robotic of robotic programing (ie: ABB, Fanuc)
• Experience with CAD preferred
• Automotive or fast paced manufacturing experience preferred.

Why Join Autokiniton?

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 15 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a company that offers competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Join the Autokiniton team in Bluffton, Ohio!

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.