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Full-time
Posted 18h ago
Apply by Nov 10
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Weld Engineer will evaluate and optimize automated welding processes by performing coupon testing, cut-and-etch analysis, and troubleshooting weld defects. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to establish repeatable production processes and ensure weld quality meets strict specifications.
Requirements
Candidates must have a strong hands-on background in welding engineering, specifically with GMAW/MIG processes and automated or robotic systems. Proficiency in interpreting weld quality, performing destructive testing, and adjusting welding parameters is essential for this role.
Full job description
Weld Engineer – Direct Hire
Location: Warsaw, Indiana Employment Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time Industry: Industrial Automation / Manufacturing
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Weld Engineer to support automated welding operations in Warsaw, Indiana. This position requires someone who understands the complete welding process—not just how to identify a good or bad weld, but why the weld is performing the way it is and what adjustments are needed to correct it.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working directly on the manufacturing floor, evaluating weld quality, performing coupon testing, cut-and-etch analysis, troubleshooting weld defects, and making process changes to achieve consistent, production-quality welds.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate automated weld quality and determine whether welds meet required specifications and quality standards.
Perform and evaluate weld coupon samples to verify weld penetration, fusion, size, profile, and overall integrity.
Perform cut-and-etch / macro-etch testing of weld samples to evaluate penetration and fusion.
Identify good vs. bad weld characteristics and clearly determine the cause of unacceptable welds.
Diagnose common weld defects, including:
Lack of penetration
Lack of fusion
Porosity
Undercut
Burn-through
Excessive or insufficient weld size
Spatter
Poor bead profile
Inconsistent weld appearance
Make appropriate adjustments to welding parameters based on coupon and cut/etch results.
Understand the relationship between welding variables and final weld quality.
Adjust parameters such as:
Voltage
Amperage / wire feed speed
Travel speed
Torch angle and position
Contact-tip-to-work distance
Gas flow
Weld sequence
Robot speed and weld path
Understand what happens when individual weld parameters are changed and how those changes affect penetration, heat input, bead profile, spatter, fusion, and overall weld quality.
Troubleshoot weld issues and determine whether the root cause is related to weld parameters, tooling/part fit-up, material condition, consumables, equipment, or robot positioning.
Work closely with robot programmers, controls engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality personnel, and production teams to optimize welding processes.
Support weld process development, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
Document weld settings, test results, process changes, and corrective actions.
Assist with establishing and maintaining repeatable welding processes for production.
Qualifications
Strong hands-on background in welding engineering, weld process development, or automated/robotic welding.
Strong understanding of GMAW/MIG welding processes.
Experience performing and interpreting weld coupon and cut-and-etch testing.
Ability to visually inspect welds and recognize acceptable and unacceptable weld conditions.
Strong understanding of cause and effect when changing welding parameters.
Ability to troubleshoot weld quality issues and make effective process adjustments.
Experience supporting robotic welding systems strongly preferred.
Automotive, structural, fabrication, or high-volume automated manufacturing experience preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to work hands-on with production equipment.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is someone who can look at a weld or cut-and-etched coupon, identify what is wrong with it, explain why it happened, and know exactly what process changes should be made to correct it. This is a hands-on position for someone who understands the science behind welding while also being comfortable making practical adjustments on the manufacturing floor.
Related keywords
Weld EngineerGMAWMIGRobotic WeldingAutomationManufacturingCut-and-etchMacro-etchWeld PenetrationFusionPorosityVoltageAmperageWire Feed SpeedTravel SpeedProcess Development
GABLETEK understands productivity and efficiency play key roles in an efficient production environment. It is a prerequisite for company’s today to think outside the box and be ahead of the pack when it comes to increasing productivity and efficiency while keeping costs down. In a complex world with competing demands for limited resources, GABLETEK offers clear and proven solutions made possible with sound design methods, innovation and industry leading approaches.
GABLETEK understands productivity and efficiency play key roles in an efficient production environment. It is a prerequisite for company’s today to think outside the box and be ahead of the pack when it comes to increasing productivity and efficiency while keeping costs down. In a complex world with competing demands for limited resources, GABLETEK offers clear and proven solutions made possible with sound design methods, innovation and industry leading approaches.