Job Description:

Position Purpose:



To support W&C as a profitable company by developing the manufacturing weld processes and tooling for existing products, supporting new product launches, and overseeing weld personnel development and training. The Weld Engineer leads the continuous improvement, development, and maintenance of welding related processes, procedures, specifications, and applications for new and existing products throughout W&C Suspensions.



Essential Functions:



• Lead continuous improvement weld activities within the manufacturing engineering department for both manual and automated robotic weld applications


• Be utilized as a subject matter expert for welding, both manual and robotic applications


• Develop and support Welding Procedure Specifications, Manufacturing Engineering Procedures, and Manufacturing Engineering Work Instructions


• Maintain all WPS for W&C Suspensions


• Assist in the procurement and application of welding machines, equipment and consumables


• Develop training materials and coordinate, perform and oversee training for welding related positions


• Provide technical direction during the design and testing phase of programs while working with R&D Engineering to ensure a repeatable and quality weld process


• Provides technical information concerning manufacturing processes, equipment requirements, process advantages and limitations, and both short-term and long-term plant and process planning


• Compiles and analyzes equipment and process operational data to establish performance standards for newly implemented or modified equipment, fixtures, and / or processes


• Recommend and implement methods, process, or layout changes to reduce overall costs, improve quality, and expand manufacturing capabilities


• Other duties as assigned


• Maintains regular attendance


*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion. Watson & Chalin is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Watson & Chalin is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.



Watson & Chalin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.




Education and Training



• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field is required (Weld Engineering preferred)


• Formal training in robotic systems, metal fabrication, and arc welding.



Minimum Qualifications



• 8+ years of experience in Manufacturing or Weld Engineering.


• Candidate must demonstrate an ability to read and understand engineering drawings, GD&T, and weld symbology.


• Hands-on experience with welding is required. MIG and Pulse preferred.


• In-depth knowledge of practical welding standards, AWS D1.1, as set forth by the American Welding Society is required


• Solidworks CAD, WeldPro CAD, and FANUC Robotic expertise is strongly preferred


• AWS-CWI preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment



Physical Demands



(Physical Requirements (standing, lifting, repetitive tasks, travel)

• Physical Requirements (standing, lifting, repetitive tasks)


• Visual inspection of welded components


• Travel

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold while in the plant.

Behavioral Traits

• Ability to work independently


• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.


• Self-management and an ability to work with a diverse, cross-functional team


• Safety focused mindset

*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion. Watson & Chalin is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Watson & Chalin is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.



Watson & Chalin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 2400018A

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