Welding Engineer – Automotive at iLocatum

Welding Engineer

Canton, MI

Must-Haves:

• Four-year technical degree or 10+ years of related welding/engineering experience
• Experience in resistance welding (preferred)
• Automotive manufacturing background strongly preferred
• Knowledge of welding processes, robotics, controls, and automation systems
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills
  
  

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Welding Engineer to develop, support, and optimize welding and joining processes within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves equipment design and integration, process improvement, training, and collaboration with engineering, production, and leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and support welding and joining equipment, including robotics and control systems
• Conduct Weld Excellence training (Basic Welding, T-Joint Weld, Multi-Pass Weld, Weld Symbols, Weld Maps, etc.)
• Design, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes
• Analyze workflow, workforce utilization, and facility layouts to maximize operational efficiency
• Design, specify, and assist with fabrication, assembly, installation, and debugging of welding systems and tooling
• Lead process design and development of new production techniques
• Establish weld control standards for new products and programs for all weld centers
• Coordinate cost estimates, tooling requirements, and change requests
• Collaborate with management and engineering teams on production capabilities and schedules
• Serve as acting Engineering Manager in their absence
• Promote and enforce safety practices, participate in safety initiatives and incident investigations
• Support plant goals related to safety, environmental sustainability, and continuous improvement
  
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Four-year technical degree or equivalent experience (10+ years)
• Experience in resistance welding, robotics integration, and automation systems
• Strong knowledge of project management, PLCs, and engineering software
• Experience in automotive manufacturing and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills
• Ability to lead, collaborate across teams, and support equipment troubleshooting
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity for a welding professional who thrives in innovation, process development, and cross-functional teamwork. If you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.