Robotic Weld Engineer

Standard Iron•Hartford, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Robotic Welding Engineer bridges the gap between weld metallurgy, advanced robotics programming, and production floor efficiency. You will design, develop, integrate, and optimize automated and robotic welding systems. This role leads process improvement initiatives, troubleshoots complex cells, collaborates on fixture design, and ensures compliance with strict AWS quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Welding, Mechanical, or Automation/Robotics Engineering is preferred. An Associate degree with equivalent hands-on industrial experience will be considered.
3–5+ years of direct experience engineering robotic welding applications in heavy manufacturing, automotive, or structural steel fabrication.
Proficient in programming major robotic platforms (primarily ABB).
Deep understanding of GMAW (MIG), FCAW, or GTAW (TIG) processes and parameter development.
Ability to read engineering drawings and utilize CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CREO) to review part geometry.
Knowledge of how laser cutting, stamping, and sheet metal rolling impact part fit-up and automated weld success.

Nice To Haves

Experience with simulation software like RobotStudio or RoboGuide is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Program and clone paths for multi-axis systems (primarily ABB) using teach pendants and Offline Programming (OLP) software.
Adjust arc parameters, travel angles, travel speeds, voltage, and wire feed speeds to ensure structural integrity and reduce cycle times.
Implement and calibrate Thru-Arc Seam Tracking (TAST), touch sensing, and laser/vision guidance systems.
Partner with Tooling Engineers to review fixture designs for part repeatability and torch joint access.
Define technical specs for new robotic arms, power sources, positioners, reamers, and safety enclosures.
Lead commissioning of new robotic weld cells from initial design through production launch.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and programming faults to resolve issues like porosity, undercut, and lack of fusion.
Manage Tool Center Point (TCP) standards and develop recovery protocols to minimize downtime.
Execute weld macro-examinations to guarantee alignment with AWS D1.1, D1.3, or customer-specific standards.
Analyze production data to reduce "air-cut" time and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Ensure cell compliance with OSHA and RIA/ANSI R15.06 guidelines (light curtains, interlocking gates).
Mentor robot operators, technicians, and maintenance staff on basic troubleshooting and safety.