Welding Engineer — ESOP‑Powered Auto Manufacturing

Challenge Manufacturing; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing, located in Bridgeton, MO, is seeking a Welding Engineer to advance welding techniques and processes for automotive-grade metal assemblies. You will analyze properties of metals, develop welding procedures, and test new fabrication methods to improve efficiency and quality.

The role requires 1–3 years in welding manufacturing and a Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering, with preferred experience in GMAW, RSW, and DAW, plus ABB/Fanuc robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering or equivalent understanding of resistance welding and arc welding principles and standards.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a welding manufacturing environment, automotive experience preferred.
• Robotic welding experience with ABB and Fanuc preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain existing welding processes to Challenge Manufacturing standards.
• Reduce costs through continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality and productivity.
• Develop and maintain weld parameter/setup sheets; support and lead new line launch verification projects.

Skills

GMAW

RSW

DAW

Robotic welding

Education

Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering

Tools

ABB

Fanuc

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing, located in Bridgeton, MO, is seeking a Welding Engineer to advance welding techniques and processes for automotive-grade metal assemblies. You will analyze properties of metals, develop welding procedures, and test new fabrication methods to improve efficiency and quality.

The role requires 1–3 years in welding manufacturing and a Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering, with preferred experience in GMAW, RSW, and DAW, plus ABB/Fanuc robotics.