Welding/Joining Engineer- Body Shop

About the role

We are seeking a Welding/Joining Engineer for Orion Assembly to play a foundational role in launching the T1XX-X program by developing and validating base-level joining systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the setup and validation of welding and joining systems for the T1XX-X program.
• Aid in commissioning weld cells, validating weld schedules, and ensuring equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with tooling and controls teams to optimize joining processes for launch.
• Work with manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams to ensure joint integrity and process stability.
• Support supplier readiness and equipment validation, including occasional travel to supplier sites.
• Participate in build events and troubleshoot joining-related issues during early-stage production.
• Validate weld parameters and joint designs to meet structural and safety requirements.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld-related quality issues.
• Maintain process integrity and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure joining processes comply with engineering specifications and GM standards.
• Aid in developing process documentation, weld maps, and quality control plans.
• Support training and development of Tech 5 roles and other technical team members.
• Share best practices and contribute to building long-term joining expertise within the plant.
• Communicate findings clearly to support strategic decision-making and launch success.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing or welding/joining engineering or related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in welding engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Solid understanding of welding principles, including resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and adhesive bonding.
• Familiarity with weld schedules, joint design, and process validation.
• Experience with weld quality inspection and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and contribute to shared goals.
• Experience with root cause analysis and Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and train technical roles, including Tech 5 welding team members.
• Flexibility to work different shifts as needed is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting new vehicle program launches.
• Understanding of Body Shop joining systems and their impact on vehicle structure and safety.
• Familiarity with weld cell commissioning and supplier equipment validation.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor technical roles and support team development.
• Comfort navigating weld inspection tools and joining process documentation.