Welding Application Engineer

Amada America, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Industry-leading technologies

Job summary

Amada America, Inc. is looking for a skilled Applications Engineer specializing in fiber laser welding to enhance our advanced manufacturing portfolio. This critical role involves optimizing customer processes and integrating our technologies into their production environments.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with fiber laser welding, understanding of metallurgical behavior, and skills in bridging technology with customer needs. This position is onsite in Schaumburg, IL, and includes a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $70,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in process development and sample preparation using fiber laser welding equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding issues and provide technical support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process development, sample preparation, and time studies.
• Lead customer demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Provide technical guidance for weld parameter selection.
• Collaborate with teams to determine best-fit solutions.
• Develop application documentation including weld procedures.
• Support equipment installation and operator training.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in process stability.

Skills

Hands-on experience with fiber laser welding

Understanding of metallurgical behavior

Technical presentations

Collaboration with Sales and Engineering

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled Applications Engineer specializing in fiber laser welding to support our growing customer base and advanced manufacturing portfolio. This role is critical in helping customers optimize processes, validate applications, and ensure the successful integration of our laser welding solutions into real-world production environments.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with fiber laser welding, a strong understanding of metallurgical behavior, and the ability to bridge the gap between advanced technology and customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct process development, sample preparation, and time studies using fiber laser welding equipment.
• Lead customer demonstrations, proof‑of‑concept evaluations, and technical presentations both in‑house and at customer facilities.
• Provide technical guidance for weld parameter selection, joint design, fixture requirements, and material compatibility.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, and Engineering to determine best‑fit solutions and support project scoping.
• Develop and maintain detailed application documentation, including weld procedures, process notes, and technical reports.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and operator training for new customers.
• Troubleshoot welding issues and provide ongoing post‑sales technical support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in process stability, quality, and throughput.

Pay Range

• $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Work Environment

• Onsite work at Schaumburg, IL.
• Monday – Friday
• 8:00am - 5:00pm

Why Join Us

• Work with industry‑leading laser welding technologies.
• Be part of a high‑performance technical team influencing customer success and product innovation.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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