Manufacturing Weld Engineer

Title: Manufacturing Weld Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer (Weld) is to be skilled in manufacturing systems and the various welding processes. Responsibilities include creating quotes, processes, and procedures for high-quality in-house fabrication. Understanding of CNC programming and/or industrial robot programming is a plus. This role bridges design engineering and manufacturing, driving innovative solutions and smooth operations.

The duties shall include but not be limited to the following:

• Manages all welding related customer requirements within the assigned manufacturing teams and associated support departments. Ensure compliance of Welding Procedures and Welders Certifications.
• Demonstrate knowledge of welding specifications, welding general knowledge, welding processes, basic material science and knowledge of the various weld testing techniques.
• Participate in various support meetings to include, but not limited to customer complaint resolution, new product development, design review, engineering/ production and project meetings as necessary.
• Work with Engineering and Sales Departments in establishing quotes for existing, new or special products including welding-related design requirements.
• Participates in cross-functional teams responsible for the development of new products and processes required to exceed customer expectations.
• Work with Engineering, Sales, Cost and Purchasing Departments to determine ways to reduce costs of products.
• Prepare or update operation sheets (routings) describing the sequence of manufacturing processes, work centers and tooling to be used for various operations.
• Monitor job orders to determine if latest engineering revision changes or shop floor changes have been updated on operation sheets and/or tooling records prior to orders being released.
• Perform and log contract reviews as needed.
• Understand customer requirements and specifications during review.
• Assist foreman, setup men or operators with any problem jobs or first run-offs with new or special tooling or processes. Trouble shoot production related issues and ensure quality standards are met.
• Complete Non-Conformity Reports (NCR) for dispositions, root cause and corrective actions per Hilliard Quality Manual standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum AS Degree in Welding, current CWI certification or equivalent work experience.
• Familiar with various welding processes, automation and weld inspection techniques.
• Working knowledge of a Welding Code such as ASME, AWS, API or Bridge construction code.
• Accepts direction and projects from Lead Manufacturing Engineer.
• Fosters cooperative and open communication will all personnel and departments.
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office; experience with AS400 and Infor is a plus.
• Be able to work effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Support Continuous Improvement activities.
• Follow all Hilliard Safety regulations.