Welding Engineer

LRSolutions, LLC; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LRSolutions, LLC is seeking a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes in a vehicle-manufacturing context. You will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure weld quality, drive continuous improvement, and support new product launches.

Responsibilities include defining welding parameters, investigating defects with root-cause analysis, and conducting audits. Strong GD&T, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 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 and support PFMEA and control plans.

Skills

Welding engineering

Process optimization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering

Tools

GD&T

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Welding Engineer

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.

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