Dana Incorporated

Sr. Weld Engineer

Dana Incorporated • $80K — $95K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in welding metallurgy or welding technology, plus four years of relevant experience, or ten years of equivalent work experience, ideally in the automotive sector.
  • Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or the ability to obtain one is preferred.
  • Strong capability in leading root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions.
  • Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration with teams in engineering, production, quality, and leadership.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead weld engineering projects focusing on production process development and execution.
  • Analyze and evaluate operational reports to identify and resolve weld quality issues.
  • Conduct weld capability analyses and troubleshoot welding instability and equipment issues.
  • Develop initial engineering control plans to ensure product quality and process capability.
  • Create detailed weld process instructions for operators and maintenance teams.
  • Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting and repairing welding equipment tasks.
  • Deliver fundamental to advanced training for operators and maintenance personnel, enhancing skill levels and performance.

Benefits

  • Supportive leadership focused on continuous development and goal alignment.
  • Opportunities for hands-on experience with advanced welding technologies.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams promoting a comprehensive approach to problem-solving.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance weld quality and department performance.
Full Job Description


Job Purpose

This is a weld engineering position for primary support to the manufacturing operations within the plant.

This facility has all Fanuc / Lincoln GMAW processes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Hands-on responsibility for weld engineering projects such as production process development, weld equipment maintenance needs, instructions, and weld station methods.
  • Review and analyze production, quality assurance, maintenance and other operational reports to identify non-conformities in product weld quality and output and resolve production problems.
  • Perform weld capability analysis. Troubleshoot and correct weld instability and welding equipment capability.
  • Participate in initial engineering control plan and procedures to assure product process capability to achieve quality products.
  • Responsible for writing weld process instructions.
  • Hands-on responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of production welding equipment in support of the maintenance department.
  • Responsible for fundamental operator training as well as advanced robot training for production and maintenance personnel.
  • Daily technical support to production operations.
  • Maintain process documentation describing control of manufacturing process (FMEA, control plan, operator check sheets, operator and gauge work instructions, process sheets, deviation postings, Poka-Yoke check sheets, PM check sheets, tool matrix postings).
  • Participate with DCP teams for problem solving and continuous improvement of process, documentation and control plans.
  • Maintain action plans for continuous improvement of weld department measurables.
  • Maintain action plan for continuous improvement for weld department, coordinate efforts for plant goals and objectives with Area Manager.
  • Remain current with the latest technology developments, and benchmarking and testing of new technology.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by management.


Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in welding metallurgy and or welding technology, plus four years practical experience or ten years equivalent work experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is current or can obtain a CWI is preferred.


Skills

  • Ability to lead root cause analysis, interpret complex data, and implement high-impact solutions.
  • Work effectively with teams across engineering, production, quality, and leadership.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence decision-making.

About Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated is a global supplier of drivetrain and e-propulsion systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. The company's products include axles, driveshafts, transmissions, and electrodynamic technologies. Dana Incorporated serves customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. The company operates through four segments: Light Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Commercial Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Off-Highway Drive and Motion Technologies, and Power Technologies. Dana Incorporated was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Learn more about Dana Incorporated
Size
38,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$31 million
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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