Manufacturing Engineer - Welding Indy

Ace Sanitary Holdings•Plainfield, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Steel & O’Brien Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer – Weld to help launch and grow its new Indianapolis facility serving the Data Center Cooling industry. The position is the technical resource for welding processes, developing, improving, and sustaining safe, repeatable production methods for stainless steel components and assemblies. The engineer will work with Engineering, Operations, Production, and Quality to start up equipment, develop tooling and process controls, and improve weld quality and efficiency as production grows. The role covers welding process development, equipment and facility startup, tooling, quality and continuous improvement, and support for new products and training. The work is based on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing and engineering environment, with frequent interaction with welding, fabrication, and production operations. The role involves regular walking throughout the facility and exposure to welding equipment, machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Required PPE must be worn in production areas.

Requirements

Five or more years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting welding and fabrication operations.
Strong expertise in TIG welding, orbital welding, stainless steel fabrication, and sanitary manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of welding metallurgy, distortion control, and heat input management.
Experience interpreting applicable welding codes, inspection requirements, and quality system procedures.
CAD proficiency; Autodesk Inventor or similar software preferred.
Ability to design fixtures, tooling, and practical manufacturing solutions.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause problem-solving skills.
Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
Clear communication skills and ability to work across departments.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Welding, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field, preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience with new facility startups or production ramp-ups.
Experience with robotic, automated, or laser welding systems.
Experience with capital equipment installation and commissioning projects.
Experience with CNC fabrication, laser cutting, forming, or assembly processes.
Welding certifications or formal welding training.
Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD software experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and improve stainless steel welding processes, including TIG, orbital, and laser welding as production needs require.
Set process parameters and production methods to support consistent weld quality, throughput, ergonomics, and safety.
Analyze process data to improve first-pass yield, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for welding and fabrication operations.
Support welding equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and validation during facility startup and production ramp-up.
Design and develop welding fixtures, tooling, and workholding solutions to improve accuracy and repeatability.
Evaluate new welding technologies, automation opportunities, and equipment upgrades.
Work with equipment suppliers, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve startup issues and help maintain equipment reliability.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for weld defects, scrap, rework, and process variation.
Work with Quality and the Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to establish applicable weld standards, inspection criteria, and process controls.
Develop and maintain work instructions, weld maps, and welding process documentation.
Support welding procedure development, validation, and qualification activities with Engineering and Quality.
Apply Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and other improvement methods to strengthen safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Support new product introductions by developing welding processes, tooling, and production methods.
Help train welding personnel on equipment, approved procedures, and standard work.
Support welder qualification activities with Quality and the CWI.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and customer technical teams to resolve issues and meet project requirements.
Track process performance and make improvements that support production and launch milestones.