Welding Process Engineer – Body Structure Tech

Minth-North-America; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Minth North America, Inc. in Wixom, MI is seeking a Welding Engineer to lead welding and joining process development for new projects, ensuring manufacturability of assembly designs and driving continuous improvement.

You will develop and qualify welding procedures, troubleshoot defects, apply GD&T, collaborate with design, manufacturing and QA, and support training and documentation across body structure products.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in welding engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of welding processes: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW.
• Understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, and material behavior under stress.
• Experience with CAD software (AUTOCAD, CATIA, 3D viewer) and engineering tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of NDT, QC and project management is beneficial.
• Experience in Aluminum and Steel Body Structures.

Responsibilities

• Process development and qualification: create, document, and qualify welding procedures (WPS) and welder performance qualifications (WPQ).
• Provide subject matter expertise on welding and joining processes, including fusion, resistance welding, and adhesive bonding.
• Troubleshoot welding defects, analyze failures, and document findings.
• Select welding processes, materials and equipment; support new welding methods and robotics.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability early in product design.
• Ensure compliance with industry and customer codes and standards (ASME, AWS, API).
• Develop and conduct welding training and certification programs.
• Prepare technical reports and document qualification processes and procedures.
• Support other work-related tasks for business needs.

Skills

Welding engineering

Metallurgy knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in welding engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software (AUTOCAD / CATIA)

Job description

Minth North America, Inc. in Wixom, MI is seeking a Welding Engineer to lead welding and joining process development for new projects, ensuring manufacturability of assembly designs and driving continuous improvement.

You will develop and qualify welding procedures, troubleshoot defects, apply GD&T, collaborate with design, manufacturing and QA, and support training and documentation across body structure products.