Welding Engineer

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

Job summary

Top Echelon Software LLC is seeking a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes in a vehicle manufacturing setting. You will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure weld quality and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Welding or related field and at least 3 years of welding engineering experience, with familiarity in GD&T, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office. AWS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in welding engineering or weld process development in manufacturing; AWS cert preferred.
• Know-how: GD&T, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Office; weld procedure development and defect analysis.

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.

Skills

Welding processes

MIG welding

TIG welding

Process optimization

Root cause analysis

GD&T

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

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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