Autokiniton is hiring: Welding Engineer in Elkton

Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for maintenance floor support on all welding equipment including programming, weld integrity, cut and etch inspection and resolution, and working with Program Weld Engineering on new equipment and programs.JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.Maintenance floor support on all welding and related equipment.Review and resolve all weld cut and etch and destruct related issues. Identify and communicate all issues and concerns with equipment and processes to upper management and others in Production and Operations.Initiate cross-functional equipment design reviews.Support new model launches and improvement teams.Support tool tryouts at supplier and in-house capability runs.Participate in cross-functional and program management team activities.Ensure utilization of continuous improvement of current processes.Co-responsibility for working with Quality and Tooling Engineers on FMEA's and control plans.Initiate purchase order requisitions for new jobs and engineering changes on welding and assembly equipment.Support MRPII and TS16949 activities.Ensure list of perishables are provided to Maintenance, Tool Room and Purchasing on new equipment.Generate process parameter sheets (work standard and weld parameter sheets) for new incoming programs.Program robots, pedestal welders, and all other types of welding related equipment. Troubleshoot Technical/Mechanical concerns on equipment and support other skilled trades as required. Other duties as assigned.JOB QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE•Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five years plus related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIESResponsible for reading and understanding the TS16949 and ISO-14001 procedures located at K:/winapps/data/TS Team/ProceduresHigh level of cooperationHigh level of commitmentNatural Problem SolverAbility and Willingness to LearnAdaptive to a Fast Paced EnvironmentMechanical AbilityMIG WeldingPREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES•Ability to work with Microsoft Office at an intermediate level•Ability to work with MQ1 and QAD databasPHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSDuties include but are not limited to stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk and hear, with an ability to travel. When visiting plant site locations, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration or hazardous materials.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions.#HIGH300