Welding Engineer for Automotive Laser & Robotic Welding

ACTalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development programs

Job summary

Actalent in Columbus, OH is seeking a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize laser welding processes for production. You will support daily manufacturing operations, establish process parameters, and lead root cause analysis for weld defects.

The role includes supporting new product launches, working with Quality to ensure IATF and customer specifications, and driving continuous improvement through data analysis, cycle time and OEE improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 1+ years of Manufacturing Engineering or Welding Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting production welding operations.
• Knowledge of weld quality standards, inspection methods, and testing procedures.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize laser welding processes for production.
• Support daily manufacturing operations by troubleshooting weld-related issues and minimizing downtime.
• Establish and maintain process parameters, work instructions, and standardized operating procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld defects, quality issues, and equipment failures.
• Support new product launches, including process design, equipment validation, APQP deliverables, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Work closely with Quality to ensure compliance with IATF and customer-specific requirements.
• Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Improve welding efficiency, including cycle time reduction and OEE.
• Assist in specifying, installing, and commissioning new welding equipment, tooling, and automation systems.
• Provide technical support and training to operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Collaborate with suppliers, integrators, and customers on weld process-related issues.

Skills

Welding process engineering

Robotic welding

Automotive manufacturing

IATF PPAP APQP knowledge

Engineering degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or related field

Tools

Fanuc robots

ABB robots

KUKA robots

Job description

Actalent in Columbus, OH is seeking a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize laser welding processes for production. You will support daily manufacturing operations, establish process parameters, and lead root cause analysis for weld defects.

The role includes supporting new product launches, working with Quality to ensure IATF and customer specifications, and driving continuous improvement through data analysis, cycle time and OEE improvements.