Welding Engineer: Process Optimization in Auto Manufacturing

MDS Staffing; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing seeks a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize welding processes for vehicle manufacturing. You will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure weld quality and support new product launches.

You will define welding parameters, investigate defects, and ensure compliance with AWS, ISO, and IATF 16949 standards, while applying Lean and Six Sigma to cut costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Welding, Mechanical or 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, 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

GD&T

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Welding process development

Defect analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

MDS Staffing seeks a Welding Engineer to develop and optimize welding processes for vehicle manufacturing. You will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure weld quality and support new product launches.

You will define welding parameters, investigate defects, and ensure compliance with AWS, ISO, and IATF 16949 standards, while applying Lean and Six Sigma to cut costs.