Welding Engineer - Ev

Process Engineer (Weld Engineer)

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Weld Engineer will provide support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling. This position has a strong focus in welding.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.
Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned
• Help in defining plant layout and ergonomic requirements.
• Lead the development of weld control and quality plans
• Select and implement welding equipment, fixtures, and tools for new programs.
• Work with customers for design for manufacturability
• Assist in supplier equipment and assembly line capability studies
• Responsible for welding process improvement and cost saving initiatives
• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Perform and evaluate non-destructive and destructive weld analyses
• Recognize and resolve tooling related difficulties with existing and new projects while working with the manufacturing support staff.
• Responsible for welding and joining equipment through project lifecycle
• Collaborate with technicians for correcting weld processes, creating scale drawings, preparing specifications, writing proposals and developing plant maintenance schedules.
• Manage standard costing modules and well as customer cost split ups

Minimum Requirements

• A university degree or diploma in engineering, engineering technology or equivalent
• One to three years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using and maintaining welding equipment (hands-on welding is a plus)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CAD applications (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Catia is a plus)
• Knowledgeable of low and high-volume manufacturing methods (cycle time, quality control, efficiency, equipment selection, return on investment, etc.)

Desired Characteristics

• Direct experience in welding/joining related manufacturing, engineering, or research and development
• Advanced knowledge of automotive related GD&T and standards
• Robot and PLC basic programming and troubleshooting (KUKA, ABB, Siemens preferred)
• An advanced degree in welding engineering, material science or related field
• Certified Welding Inspector – American Welding Society
• Understanding of casting and extrusion parts as they relate to manufacturing
• Previous experience with risk analysis and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of Friction Stir Welding and CMT/GMAW of aluminum alloys
• Ability to coordinate and integrate work within teams of various personnel to ensure success
• Previous work for Automotive OEM or Tier-X, specifically body-in-white and/or battery structures manufacturing

Why Linamar

• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Social committees and sports teams

Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

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