Weld Engineer

Weld Engineer

Location: Spring Grove IL
Compensation: $75000 - $80000/year Full Benefits
Job Type: Direct Hire On-Site

Position Overview

HireNow Staffing is partnering with a leading manufacturer in Spring Grove IL to identify a Weld Engineer who will play a critical role in optimizing welding processes ensuring product quality and driving continuous improvement across production lines. This is a hands-on engineering position where youll collaborate with design manufacturing and quality teams to advance welding standards and support large-scale manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop implement and maintain welding procedures specifications and standards in compliance with industry codes (AWS ASME ISO).

• Provide technical support for robotic and manual welding processes ensuring consistency efficiency and high-quality output.

• Evaluate weld designs materials and techniques to improve performance reduce defects and optimize cycle times.

• Lead root cause analysis for weld-related quality issues and implement corrective/preventive actions.

• Train and mentor production staff on welding best practices and equipment operation.

• Work with cross-functional teams (Design Manufacturing Quality) to support new product introductions and production transitions.

• Oversee qualification of welders and operators to meet regulatory and company standards.

• Recommend and implement improvements in equipment tooling and fixturing to enhance welding accuracy and repeatability.

• Maintain documentation of welding processes compliance reports and inspection records.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Welding Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

• Solid understanding of welding metallurgy processes and inspection techniques.

• Hands-on experience with robotic welding systems and manual welding methods (MIG TIG Stick Resistance).

• Knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1 ASME Section IX ISO etc.).

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose weld failures.

• Proficiency in CAD software and/or weld simulation tools a plus.

• Effective communication and leadership skills for training operators and collaborating with technical teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $75000 - $80000/year depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical dental vision 401k etc.)

• Paid time off holidays and continuing education opportunities

• Career advancement potential in a company committed to engineering innovation and employee growth

Why Join

This is a unique opportunity for a Weld Engineer who wants to make a measurable impact on production quality efficiency and innovation. Youll be working in a collaborative forward-thinking environment where your expertise in welding processes will be valued and applied daily.

Spring Grove IL
Compensation: $75000 - $80000/year Full Benefits
Job Type: Direct Hire On-Site

Position Overview

HireNow Staffing is partnering with a leading manufacturer in Spring Grove IL to identify a Weld Engineer who will play a critical role in optimizing welding processes ensuring product quality and driving continuous improvement across production lines.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Welding Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Solid understanding of welding metallurgy processes and inspection techniques.
• Hands-on experience with robotic welding systems and manual welding methods (MIG TIG Stick Resistance).
• Knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1 ASME Section IX ISO etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose weld failures.
• Proficiency in CAD software and/or weld simulation tools a plus.
• Effective communication and leadership skills for training operators and collaborating with technical teams.