Senior Engineer- Welding Process

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize welding processes to enhance productivity and ensure high-quality welds.
• Program and troubleshoot robotic welding systems, ensuring seamless PLC integration.
• Design and implement welding jigs and fixtures for both current production and new model launches.
• Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for welding operations.
• Plan and execute trials for new welding equipment, jigs, and fixtures.
• Support new model development by preparing welding process layouts and conducting validations.
• Analyze welding defects and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and R&D teams to resolve welding-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and ergonomic practices in welding operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, TPM, and 5S.
  

Technical Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of welding processes, parameters, and metallurgy.
• Proficient in robotic welding programming, PLC integration, and automation systems.
• Strong grasp of welding jig and fixture design principles and execution.
• Familiar with quality tools such as Why-Why Analysis, FMEA, and QC Tools.
• Understanding of ISO/TS standards relevant to welding operations.
  

Core Skills

• Expertise in welding processes: MIG, TIG, Spot, Projection, and Robotic Welding.
• Proficient in robot programming with working knowledge of PLCs, especially for robot cabins.
• Skilled in welding jig and fixture design, development, and execution.
• Hands-on experience in welding fixture/jig maintenance and parameter optimization.
• Familiar with weld quality inspection techniques including NDT, visual inspection, and destructive testing.
• Solid understanding of welding standards, metallurgy, and basic heat treatment processes.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.