Challenge Manufacturing · 23 hours ago
Weld Engineer 3rd Shift
Spartanburg, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. The Weld Engineer is responsible for developing welding techniques and procedures, conducting research and development investigations, and maintaining welding processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain existing welding process to Challenge Manufacturing standards
Reduce costs through continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality and productivity
Define recommended welding spare parts
Develop and maintain weld parameter/ setup sheets
Support and lead new line launch verification projects
Work with Maintenance and destruct staff to maintain and improve weld quality
Implement and test and monitor products from time to time in production equipment
Support in driving standardization across the following joining processes in manufacturing:
GMAW
DAW
RSW
SPR
FDS
Developing training documentation on the above joining processes in relationship to quality requirements of the customer
Trouble shoot welding (GMAW, RSW, and DAW) issue on production tooling
Develop welding schedules for (GMAW, RSW and DAW) on ferrous and nonferrous material
Participate in design reviews for upcoming new projects
Interface with new equipment vendors and customers (internal and external)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering or equivalent understanding of resistance welding and arc welding principals and standards, as well as mechanical engineering
1-3 years' experience in a welding manufacturing environment, automotive experience preferred
Welding experience in RSW, GMAW and DAW on a variety of low carbon and high strength steels
Robotic welding experience, ABB and Fanuc preferred
Destructive testing experience (setting up the process and training others) for RSW, DAW and GMAW
5+ year's RSW, GMAW and DAW experience in welding manufacturing in the automotive industry preferred
Developing and troubleshooting GMAW and RSW on different grades of steel and aluminum preferred
Experience setting up and training with Tessonics RSWA devices or other UT devices preferred
Training inexperienced people with destructive and nondestructive testing methods preferred
Developing and writing work instructions as they pertain to different welding and inspection operations preferred
Excellent planning, organizational, written and verbal communication skills with MS office proficiency preferred
Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress
Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers
Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities
Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely
Preferred
Automotive experience preferred
Robotic welding experience, ABB and Fanuc preferred
5+ year's RSW, GMAW and DAW experience in welding manufacturing in the automotive industry preferred
Developing and troubleshooting GMAW and RSW on different grades of steel and aluminum preferred
Experience setting up and training with Tessonics RSWA devices or other UT devices preferred
Training inexperienced people with destructive and nondestructive testing methods preferred
Developing and writing work instructions as they pertain to different welding and inspection operations preferred
Excellent planning, organizational, written and verbal communication skills with MS office proficiency preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
Business Wire
2023-10-16
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