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Weld Engineer - Gestamp Chassis 3, Chattanooga, TN
Job Summary
Supports manufacturing operations in an automotive / stamping & robotic MIG / MAG welding environment.
Key Responsibility
- Implement process improvements with regards to MIG / MAG Welding systems using all available current welding technologies.
- Maintain welding systems to ensure manufacturing activities are in within specifications and interpret and apply specifications for manufacturability (WPS, TrackIt, VQM)
- Supervision of Weld Technician; supporting / monitoring of their day-to-day activities, T&A / scheduling, as well as training and developing of weld technicians from a MIG / MAG welding perspective.
- Support maintenance activities and PM scheduling of weld technician responsible equipment.
- Collects, tracks, and advises on downtime issues and implements short and long-term solutions to minimize downtime.
- Manage and execute in-house projects for implementing new engineering changes that modify assembly processes.
- Liaise with vendors regarding software / hardware updates and troubleshooting systems.
- Participation in the Layered Process Audit schedule.
- Participation in the Internal ISO / TS 16949 Audit schedule (applies only to certified ISO / TS 16949 internal auditors).
- Participation and cooperation in answering questions and providing information for internal and external audits regarding or related to ISO / TS 16949, VDA 6.3, and customer standards.
- Completes other necessary duties as deemed appropriate and necessary.
Key Qualifications / Requirements
Full scope of knowledge in MIG / MAG, resistance spot, and projection welding system.Common programming knowledge of robotics and Weld controls for welding mild steel, hybrid and organic coated materials.High skill set of MIG / MAG welding on mild steel and knowledgeable about aluminum welding.Strong proficiency with weld control systems (Bosch DC Mid-Freq Inverters. Lincoln power supplies. Fanuc robots).Strong familiarity with projection nut and stud welding.Ability to work in a team-based lean-manufacturing environment.Willingness to travel for training.Knowledge and Education
BS : Welding Engineering, Electrical Technology, or other technical discipline plus 3 years experience in a welding / robotic environment.or- AS : Welding Technology plus 5 years welding experience in welding / robotics environments.or- 7+ years experience and training in a similar role and environment.Work Experience
3 - 7 years' experience in a welding / robotic environmentAdditional Information
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, etc.Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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