Welding Engineer

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes in a vehicle manufacturing environment.

You will partner with Engineering, Production and Quality to ensure weld quality, implement improvements and support new product launches. Responsibilities include defining welding parameters, investigating defects with root cause analysis, and conducting audits and PFMEAs in line with AWS, ISO and IATF 16949 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in welding engineering or weld process development in manufacturing.
• AWS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes.
• Define and maintain welding parameters, procedures, and standards.
• Investigate welding defects with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with AWS, ISO, and IATF 16949 standards.
• Conduct weld audits, support PPAP submissions, and develop PFMEAs and control plans.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to reduce waste, cycle time, and costs.

Skills

Welding process development

MIG welding

TIG welding

Resistance welding

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

AWS ISO IATF compliance

Weld procedure development

Defect analysis

GD&T

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Develop, optimize, and support welding processes in a vehicle manufacturing environment. Partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure weld quality, drive continuous improvement, and support new product launches.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes.

Define and maintain welding parameters, procedures, and standards.

Investigate welding defects, leading root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with AWS, ISO, and IATF 16949 industry standards.

Conduct weld audits, support PPAP submissions, and develop PFMEAs and control plans.

Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste, cycle time, and consumable costs.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field .

Experience: Minimum 3 years in welding engineering or weld process development within a manufacturing setting . AWS certification preferred.

Technical Skills: Familiarity with GD&T, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office . Strong understanding of weld procedure development and defect analysis.

Physical Requirements & Conditions

Lift up to 40 lbs with assistance and perform frequent standing, walking, and bending.

Successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.