Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Scion Staffing, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance bonus

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Welding Manufacturing Engineer for an established industrial equipment manufacturer in Greene, NY.

You will drive welding process improvements, implement automation and robotics, and collaborate across production teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial manufacturing, welding knowledge, and hands-on troubleshooting, with CAD skills and Lean/TPS experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial manufacturing with welding process knowledge and hands-on troubleshooting.
• CAD experience with SolidWorks/AutoCAD/Inventor/CATIA for layouts and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize welding processes, layouts, fixtures, and tooling.
• Implement and troubleshoot manual and automated welding and robotic systems.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and automation teams on technical solutions.
• Apply Lean/TPS principles to improve material flow, reduce waste, and boost performance.
• Assess make-vs-buy options and build business cases for automation initiatives.
• Establish process controls, SOPs, and manufacturing improvements for quality and reliability.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

CATIA

Job description

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Welding Manufacturing Engineer on behalf of an established industry leader in industrial equipment manufacturing in Greene, NY. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on engineering professional to drive manufacturing improvements, optimize welding processes, and implement innovative automation and robotics solutions within a highly collaborative production environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in industrial manufacturing, welding processes, manufacturing engineering, and continuous improvement. This position is well suited for an engineer who enjoys working directly on the production floor, solving complex technical challenges, and developing practical solutions that improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

PERKS

• Competitive annual salary of $83,340–$120,538, depending on experience and position level.
• Performance-based bonus and relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision options, and generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with a 100% company match on contributions up to 6%.
• Professional development, tuition assistance, and opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and optimize welding manufacturing processes, production layouts, fixtures, and tooling to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Implement, validate, and troubleshoot manual and automated welding processes, including robotic welding systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams, engineering stakeholders, and automation integrators to identify operational challenges and develop effective technical solutions.
• Apply Lean manufacturing, Toyota Production System principles, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize material flow, reduce waste, and improve production performance.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, and technology improvements, including make-versus-buy analyses and business cases for automation initiatives.
• Establish process controls, standard operating procedures, and manufacturing improvements to support consistent quality, operational reliability, and long-term production goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required; Welding, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, with demonstrated welding process knowledge and hands‑on technical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Experience utilizing CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or CATIA to develop or analyze manufacturing layouts, fixtures, and tooling.
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and Toyota Production System principles, with experience applying continuous improvement practices in production environments.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple engineering projects and collaborate across departments. MIG welding, industrial automation, and robotic welding experience are strongly preferred.

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity located onsite in Greene, NY.

• Level III: $83,340–$106,845 annually.
• Level IV: $94,020–$120,538 annually.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, with core hours generally between 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Flexibility may be required based on production needs.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.