Weld Engineer - Manufacturing

BioTalent; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Life & Disability Insurance

EAP

FSA

Job summary

BioTalent in Indiana seeks a Manufacturing Engineer – Welding to develop and optimize welding and fabrication processes in a high-volume manufacturing setting. You will drive process improvements, support new product introductions, and mentor shop-floor technicians while collaborating with Quality, Production, and Operations to ensure excellence.

The ideal candidate has a strong welding background, WPS experience, CAD skills, and lean expertise; base salary is $96,000–$132,000 with a sign-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing engineering focusing on welding processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of welding operations and fabrication processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of weld tooling, fixturing, and process development.
• Experience developing Welding Procedures Specifications (WPS).
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and reduce costs.
• Provide technical support for welding, fabrication, and related processes.
• Troubleshoot design, materials, equipment, and manufacturing methods issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze nonconforming materials and collaborate with Quality to reduce defects.
• Develop and optimize welding and fabrication processes for products.
• Read blueprints, drawings, specs, and schematics.
• Design and optimize robotic welding cells to maximize throughput.
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Ensure safety, quality, and best practices compliance.
• Lead or support capital and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Welding Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

CAD Software

MS Office

Robotic Welding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Welding to support the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of welding and fabrication processes within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a technical expert focused on improving production efficiency, enhancing product quality, resolving manufacturing challenges, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Production, and Operations to support both existing products and new product introductions.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Provide technical support for welding, fabrication, powder coating, tooling, production equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot product and process issues related to design, materials, equipment, and manufacturing methods.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using statistical and problem-solving methodologies.
• Analyze nonconforming materials, create NCM reports, and partner with Quality teams to reduce defects.
• Develop and optimize welding and fabrication processes for new and existing products.
• Establish manufacturing sequences for welding, fabrication, painting, and plating operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and schematics.
• Design, implement, and optimize robotic welding cells to maximize throughput and efficiency.
• Create and maintain work instructions, job procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and manufacturing best practices.
• Evaluate equipment accuracy and engineering specifications while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend weld process and design modifications to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to improve productivity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide shop-floor support and technical leadership to technicians and manufacturing personnel.
• Lead or support capital improvement and continuous improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on welding processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of production welding operations and fabrication processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of weld tooling, fixturing, and manufacturing process development.
• Experience developing and implementing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Solid Edge, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong metallurgical and mechanical engineering background.
• Hands-on experience with welding processes including:
• GMAW (MIG)
• GMAW-P
• GTAW (TIG)
• RSW (Resistance Spot Welding)
• Experience with robotic welding systems and automation.
• Welding robot programming experience.
• Knowledge of equipment and process validation methodologies, including:
• OQ (Operational Qualification)
• PQ (Performance Qualification)
• Experience leading capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with a continuous improvement mindset. You thrive in a manufacturing environment, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.

Base Salary:

$96,000 – $132,000 annually + Sign-On Bonus

Benefits available from day one include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Additional wellness and financial benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.