Weld Engineer - 2nd shift

Autokiniton•Plymouth, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN), a company that delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe. This full-time, salary, role is a part of our Engineering Team and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; five years plus related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Hands on experience in manual and automated welding processes
Working knowledge of MIG and Spot-welding processes
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, product designs, safety, quality and workflow
Excellent "hands on" welding and training skills.
Knowledge in robotic welding and material handling applications.
Knowledge in robotic programming (ex. ABB, Fanuc robots, etc.)
Understanding of electrical/controls circuitry and schematics.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and weld drawings
Mechanical Ability
Specialized knowledge of the following: Weld power source, wire feeder, torch and reamer
Plasma cutting, grinding and rework applications
Weld shielding gas technologies
Electrical enclosures and power requirements for welding
Customer welding specifications and testing requirements
Gas metal arc welding
Resistance spot welding

Responsibilities

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.
Assist in development of weld quality control process.
Designs, develops and tests welding methods, materials, processes and results.
Assist Quality Assurance department in maintaining weld integrity.
Interface with manufacturing and maintenance to resolve welding and welding system issues.
Assist with MRO crib activities related to weld supplies.
Support project engineering on new and existing programs.
Assist in the integration, start-up and debug of plant floor welding equipment.
Champion assigned weld engineering changes, communicate and coordinate accordingly to all departments.
Train and mentor the welding process for manufacturing and skilled trades colleagues.
Participate in root cause analysis and team problem solving activities (ex. 8D reports, department meetings, etc.).