Weld Engineer

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS: 

• Provide technical welding expertise to the welding lab, including personnel, equipment, documents, and records of compliance. Evaluate and make recommendations regarding current and new weld assembly processing, tooling, and equipment. 

• Provide Engineering and Quality Assurance personnel as assigned with welding expertise to support existing and new customer programs. 

• Develop and implement training and certification program for production associates in robotic and hand GMAW/TIG welding techniques and procedures. 

• Develop and implement work instructions for part fit-up, tack, weld, and repair requirements. 

• Develop and implement parameters for weld length, leg length, throat length, penetration, and structural quality for welded automotive assemblies. 

• Develop and implement a training program for maintenance technicians in the troubleshooting and repair of robotic GMAW welding equipment. 

• Develop and implement a training program for troubleshooting and problem solving of welding issues. 

• Participated in APQP processes relating to the design of welding assembly work cells and tooling. 

• Recommend design changes to improve quality, reliability, and productivity of welding processes. 

• Develop and implement documents and procedures for validation of welding equipment and processes to meet or exceed customer specifications. 

• Supervise and manage the setup and programming of robots for welding. 

• Promote continual improvement in weld quality and weld processes. 

• Maintain weld drawings. 

• Achieve department objectives in support of company production, quality, and safety goals. 

• Work effectively with Q.A., Engineering and Production departments’ associates for continual improvement of department methods, procedures, and policies; assist in the implementation of. 

• Communicate effectively with company personnel, customers, and vendors. 

• Attend and participate in department meetings, plant meetings, and training; participate in customer visitations as designated by the department manager. 

• Support new program launches and customer expectations. 

• Provide reports as required by the Engineering Manager or other departments. 

• Participate in Continual Improvement activities. 

• Adhere to customer requirements, Business Operating System, and company policies. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Able to use computer and software as required. 

• Able to travel.  

• Able to demonstrate understanding of how job performance affects product quality and customer satisfaction. 

• Able to work well with others; build and maintain positive employee relations. 

• Able to prepare, read, write, and interpret written reports, procedures, instructions, and guidelines. 

• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, suppliers and customers and work effectively within a team environment. 

• Able to organize, schedule, and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Able to use computer and software as required. 

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.