Weld Engineer

Weld Engineer

Position Type: Direct Hire – Full-Time
Location: Warren, MI
Industry: Automotive / Aerospace / Defense
Environment: Low Volume / High Mix Manufacturing Facility
Pay: based on experience
Shift: 1st

Benefits:

Benefits packages starting on your first day of employment.
Long-term, stable work environment with great opportunities for overtime.
Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Comprehensive Wellness Program.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Paid Holidays and Time Off.
Weekly pay.
Eligibility to enroll in health benefits on your first day!
Referral Bonuses ($100 per referral) – Ask for details.

Position Summary:

We are hiring an experienced Weld Engineer to support both prototype and production welding operations in a fast-paced, low volume/high mix environment serving the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries. The ideal candidate will act as a subject matter expert on welding processes, equipment, materials, quality, and standards.

Position Responsibilities:

Adhere to and promote safety protocols across all welding operations
Develop, enhance, and optimize welding processes and specifications
Conduct material testing and analysis to support project requirements
Perform welding procedure qualifications and documentation
Train, guide, and supervise welders and operators on best practices
Evaluate and troubleshoot welding issues and failures
Monitor and improve weld quality performance and standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in welding operations
Review and implement welding equipment and robotic systems upgrades
Support new product development and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards

Required Skills & Knowledge:

Strong background in defense and/or aerospace engineering
In-depth knowledge of metals, alloys, and material selection
Familiarity with welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, etc.)
Understanding of electrical requirements related to welding equipment
Project management, documentation, and process control expertise

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Materials Science
Completion of relevant Welding Coursework Programs
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – AWS (preferred)
Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) – AWS (preferred)
5+ years of weld engineering experience in a sheet metal manufacturing environment

About Spark Talent Acquisition:

Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that building the right team is vital to success. Listening to our clients and creating customized workforce strategies is at the core of what we do. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to help people grow.