WELD ENGINEER

Progressive Metal Mfg CoFerndale, MI
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About The Position

The Weld Engineer will be responsible for development and improvement of all welding and welding related processes.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of testing procedures and methodologies (e.g. Design of Experiments)
  • Knowledge of general engineering practices related to electrical and mechanical systems
  • Project management skills with emphasis on meeting deadlines,
  • Strong Computer, Technical Writing and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Welding Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience
  • CWI Certification a MUST
  • 3+ years of experience in product development with direct customer interaction preferred

Nice To Haves

  • Design or Applications Engineering experience with fastening or welding preferred
  • AWS Certified Weld Engineer a PLUS, but not required
  • 3D modeling and drafting experience (Solidworks, Unigraphics, Catia, ProE) a PLUS, but not required

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with Manufacturing and Engineering leadership by acting as welding process subject matter expert on plant level launches, projects, and activities.
  • Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
  • Use Solidworks to design manual, robotic and spot weld fixturing.
  • Develop guidelines for design of manual, robotic and spot weld fixturing.
  • Use Solidworks to create manufacturing drawings.
  • Specify welding equipment, welding consumables, electrical and mechanical systems, robotic systems, and any related components associated with the welding process.
  • Recommend and develop preventative maintenance procedures for all plant welding equipment including robotic systems. Evaluate processes and procedures to maintain or improve weld parameters and weld efficiency.
  • Guides design, develops and tests welding methods, materials, processes and results.
  • Support project engineering on new and existing programs.
  • Champion assigned engineering changes, communicate and coordinate accordingly to all departments.
  • Direct and/or participate in root cause analysis and team problem solving activities (ex. 8D reports, department meetings, etc.).
  • Establish welding/joining methodologies for new materials and products
  • Conduct testing and metallurgical analysis as required
  • Participation in American Welding Society D1.1 Welding Committee.
  • Additional duties as assigned which may be required from time to time.
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