Senior Welding Engineer

We are AUTOKINITONAUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:*To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:Develop new welding technologies related to new products requirements.Guides design, develops and tests welding methods, materials, processes, and results.Support Operations in acquiring the needed level of equipment knowledge.Specify welding equipment, welding consumables, electrical and mechanical systems, robotic systems, and any related components associated with the welding process.Develop welding quality control process and team with Quality Assurance in maintaining weld integrity. Interface with manufacturing and maintenance to resolve welding system issues.Team with Project Engineers on new and existing programs to resolve issues/concerns and meet deadlines within budget.Monitor process of the integration, debugging and validation of Plant welding equipment and systems.Champion assigned engineering changes accordingly to customer and company requirements.Train, coach and mentor the technical Plant staff including Engineers and Skilled Trades of new or improved welding processes.Direct and/or participate in root cause analysis and team problem solving activities (8D reports, department meetings, etc.).Review and resolve all weld cut/etch and destruct related issues.Initiate cross-functional equipment design reviews.Support new model launches, tool tryouts at suppliers, and in-house capability runs.Availability for 20-30% domestic travel.This role is part of a team with 5 Welding Engineers and reports to the Corporate Welding Engineering Manager.SUCCESS FACTORS:Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or other technical/mechanical degree.8+ years' experience as a Welding Engineer in automotive industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience in automotive industry.Demonstrate knowledge of problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and process optimization of welding equipment in manufacturing environment.Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA,PPAP and other Quality documentation.Display productive collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams to resolve welding issues/concerns.Effective verbal and written communication skills with all internal/external customers.Advanced proficiency with MSOffice, QAD, SAP or similar systems.Working conditions:* We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview processWhere you'll be:This position is located at our engineering facility in Britton, MI and supports our corporate team, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.Community features:* Cabela's & Dundee Village Square* Dundee's Parks and RiverwalkWhy you'll enjoy working here:Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.Posted Date2/12/2026