Weld Engineer

Hendrickson is a designer and manufacturer of suspension systems and components for heavy-duty trucks.

Lead efforts to strengthen the welding programs in the Hebron, Ohio plant, overseeing tooling, equipment and fixturing needs for all product lines.

* Design, procurement and implementation of fabrication, welding and assembly systems, and associated tooling * Manage the welding automation project with minimal supervision * Development and maintenance of welding processes and related fabrication processes * Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance routines for all welding equipment * Develop, implement and improve automated welding programs for all the robotic applications * Continual improvement of process and product quality * Develop and manage method improvements and cost reductions * Project performance measurement * Support Maintenance department with equipment troubleshooting * Develop and implement mistake-proofing devices * Improve manual welding overall effectiveness. Lead efforts to improve the skills and knowledge of our welding personnel as necessary

**Minimum Qualifications** * 6+ years’ experience in manufacturing or related field as a weld engineer * Formal training in robotic systems, metal fabrication and arc welding is required. * Experience in manufacturing engineering in a metal working and fabricating environment. * Hands-on experience in tooling, fixturing and methods is required. * A working knowledge of CAD and CAM technology is a strong positive. * Experience in automated welding and metallurgical analysis a plus. * Experience in analytical trouble shooting techniques. * An understanding of the performance effects of welded joint configurations is required. * Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Good communication and personal skills. **Physical Demands** * Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis * 50% of time spent stooping, kneeling, walking, and standing **Environmental Conditions** Must be able to work in areas without climate controls **Behavioral Traits** * Must be able to work independently * Communicate effectively with employees at various levels of the organization