Welding Engineer

Welding Engineer

This position is part of the xEV Regional PE group for Electric Vehicle products, focusing on Motor programs. The Welding Engineer will develop and implement mass production welding operations, leading efforts to find new, cost-effective solutions for welding in automotive motor manufacturing. The role involves working with project management to support installations, new launches, and special projects, specifically in robotic welding.

Responsibilities:

• Establish equipment, processes, and quotations for Motor programs.
• Lead development and implementation of mass production welding operations.
• Identify synergy potentials and best practices across programs to drive cost-effective solutions.
• Support project management for installations, new launches, and special/capital projects.
• Reduce cycle times and provide line-side support.
• Design and develop automated weld systems.
• Work on new projects and transition to new program launches.

Essential Skills:

• Expertise in TIG welding.
• Experience with different materials: Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Copper.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Engineering Degree.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of robotics is a plus.
• Experience with Panasonic Welding Robots.
• Understanding of laser welding.
• Proficient in weld inspection using 2D/3D camera systems (Keyence vision systems).

Work Environment:

The role requires spending 80% of the time on the floor and 20% in the office, working within an automated welding environment. Typical working hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional support required on nights and weekends, especially during launches. The position involves sitting or standing for long periods and may require up to 30% domestic and international travel as needed.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, KY. Pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $130000.00/yr. Provides great benefits in comparison to other companies in the area including health, dental, vision, life, and 401k. Berea location also has on-site health clinic available to families.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 2025.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.