Robotic Weld Programmer
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Amanda Preston Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year A bit about us: We are a fast growing, engineering driven manufacturer specializing in large scale stainless steel tank systems and complex fabricated assemblies. Our team partners with customers across critical industries to design and build highly customized, high quality solutions that meet demanding performance and regulatory requirements. With significant recent growth and continued investment in advanced manufacturing, automation, and robotics, we are scaling thoughtfully while maintaining a hands on, collaborative culture. Our success is built on strong craftsmanship, practical engineering, and a leadership team that stays closely connected to the floor. Why join us? This is an opportunity to make a visible impact at a company that is truly in growth mode. You will work alongside approachable, down to earth leadership and a team that values practical problem solving and continuous improvement. The environment offers the stability of an established manufacturer with the energy and momentum of a company that is expanding rapidly. Employees benefit from strong ownership of their work, exposure to large scale and technically interesting projects, and clear opportunities to grow as the organization continues to scale. Competitive compensation, solid benefits, and a team first culture make this an excellent place for someone who wants both impact and long term career progression. Job Details Job Title: Robotic Welding Programmer Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager Location: On site Position Summary The Robotic Welding Programmer is responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing robotic welding programs in a tank and heavy fabrication manufacturing environment. This role supports program development, part and fixture optimization, design improvement recommendations, and robotic and automation operations training. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to successfully perform this role. Other duties may be assigned. Key Responsibilities Robotic Welding Programmer I Focus: Execution under guidance, support, and learning Creates and edits basic robotic and automation programs using established standards Reads and interprets drawings and work instructions to support program creation Assists with tooling and fixture setup and basic testing Makes minor mechanical or program adjustments under guidance Verifies engineering information and flags discrepancies to manager Notifies manager of quality concerns, delays, or equipment issues Collaborates with team members to support daily production needs Follows all safety guidelines and standard operating procedures Remains flexible and shifts tasks based on manufacturing needs Works within assigned deadlines to support production timelines Participates in continuous improvement discussions Performs other duties as assigned Robotic Welding Programmer II Focus: Process ownership and independent problem solving Independently creates, maintains, and improves robotic and automation programs Analyzes drawings, work instructions, and engineering data to optimize programs Designs, tests, and implements tooling and fixtures to support production and quality Makes mechanical and program adjustments to meet quantity and quality requirements Collaborates with maintenance to ensure proper and timely equipment upkeep Identifies process issues and implements corrective actions Suggests design improvements or alternative automation methods Guides part selection and supports transition from manual to robotic operations Communicates effectively with cross functional teams regarding issues and solutions Contributes ideas for continuous workflow and process improvement Supports training of operators and technicians on robotic cell operation Ensures work meets safety, quality, and production standards Robotic Welding Programmer III Focus: Strategy, leadership, and complex problem solving Leads development, optimization, and standardization of robotic and automation programs Provides technical direction for complex automation and integration challenges Drives design improvements and alternative methods in collaboration with engineering Leads tooling and fixture design strategy to improve efficiency, quality, and uptime Oversees transition of processes from manual to robotic operation Partners closely with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliability Identifies systemic issues and leads root cause analysis and long term corrective actions Mentors and trains technicians in robotic cell operation and best practices Reviews and validates engineering information for manufacturability Sets priorities and adjusts work to meet changing manufacturing demands Champions safety, continuous improvement, and best in class automation practices Serves as escalation point for production, quality, and automation issues Professional Experience and Qualifications Minimum Requirements Welding certificate, technical degree, or equivalent experience Experience with robotic weld cell operation Robotic weld programming experience, ABB preferred Experience with robotic and or automated equipment programming Familiarity with PLC programming, ABB preferred Experience in tank manufacturing, heavy fabrication, sheet metal, forming, cut to length, and or press brake operations AutoCAD, Inventor, or other 3D CAD experience is a plus Interpersonal, Leadership, and Technical Skills Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to manage multiple priorities Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills Strong attendance and dependability Reading comprehension and applied math skills Critical thinking and logical troubleshooting ability Effective time management Strong mechanical aptitude with high attention to accuracy Ability to work independently when needed Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Regularly required to talk and hear Frequently required to use hands to handle, feel, and reach Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds Close vision required Safety Requirements Employees must wear all assigned PPE in designated work areas. Safety glasses, steel toe or non slip safety footwear, and hearing protection are required on the production floor. This is a drug and alcohol free work environment. Being impaired or under the influence of legal or illegal substances while working is strictly prohibited. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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