Robotic Weld Programmer

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Amanda PrestonAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per yearA 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 DetailsJob Title: Robotic Welding ProgrammerReports To: Manufacturing Engineering ManagerLocation: On sitePosition SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesRobotic Welding Programmer IFocus: Execution under guidance, support, and learningCreates and edits basic robotic and automation programs using established standardsReads and interprets drawings and work instructions to support program creationAssists with tooling and fixture setup and basic testingMakes minor mechanical or program adjustments under guidanceVerifies engineering information and flags discrepancies to managerNotifies manager of quality concerns, delays, or equipment issuesCollaborates with team members to support daily production needsFollows all safety guidelines and standard operating proceduresRemains flexible and shifts tasks based on manufacturing needsWorks within assigned deadlines to support production timelinesParticipates in continuous improvement discussionsPerforms other duties as assignedRobotic Welding Programmer IIFocus: Process ownership and independent problem solvingIndependently creates, maintains, and improves robotic and automation programsAnalyzes drawings, work instructions, and engineering data to optimize programsDesigns, tests, and implements tooling and fixtures to support production and qualityMakes mechanical and program adjustments to meet quantity and quality requirementsCollaborates with maintenance to ensure proper and timely equipment upkeepIdentifies process issues and implements corrective actionsSuggests design improvements or alternative automation methodsGuides part selection and supports transition from manual to robotic operationsCommunicates effectively with cross functional teams regarding issues and solutionsContributes ideas for continuous workflow and process improvementSupports training of operators and technicians on robotic cell operationEnsures work meets safety, quality, and production standardsRobotic Welding Programmer IIIFocus: Strategy, leadership, and complex problem solvingLeads development, optimization, and standardization of robotic and automation programsProvides technical direction for complex automation and integration challengesDrives design improvements and alternative methods in collaboration with engineeringLeads tooling and fixture design strategy to improve efficiency, quality, and uptimeOversees transition of processes from manual to robotic operationPartners closely with maintenance and engineering to improve equipment reliabilityIdentifies systemic issues and leads root cause analysis and long term corrective actionsMentors and trains technicians in robotic cell operation and best practicesReviews and validates engineering information for manufacturabilitySets priorities and adjusts work to meet changing manufacturing demandsChampions safety, continuous improvement, and best in class automation practicesServes as escalation point for production, quality, and automation issuesProfessional Experience and QualificationsMinimum RequirementsWelding certificate, technical degree, or equivalent experienceExperience with robotic weld cell operationRobotic weld programming experience, ABB preferredExperience with robotic and or automated equipment programmingFamiliarity with PLC programming, ABB preferredExperience in tank manufacturing, heavy fabrication, sheet metal, forming, cut to length, and or press brake operationsAutoCAD, Inventor, or other 3D CAD experience is a plusInterpersonal, Leadership, and Technical SkillsStrong computer skills including Word, Excel, and OutlookAbility to manage multiple prioritiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skillsStrong attendance and dependabilityReading comprehension and applied math skillsCritical thinking and logical troubleshooting abilityEffective time managementStrong mechanical aptitude with high attention to accuracyAbility to work independently when neededPhysical DemandsThe 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 hearFrequently required to use hands to handle, feel, and reachOccasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlMust occasionally lift and or move up to 50 poundsClose vision requiredSafety RequirementsEmployees 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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