Shape How We Build: Welding Process & Tooling Engineer

At Arctic Snow and Ice, your day starts where design meets production. Over morning coffee, you’ll sync with R&D, Quality, and Production to prioritize the next set of improvements. By mid-morning, you’re modeling a robust fixture in SolidWorks and updating WPS/PQR documentation to align to AWS/ASME standards. After lunch, you’re programming a CNC laser or press brake, tuning a robotic MIG cell for repeatable weld quality, and coaching a technician through a time-and-motion study to shave seconds off a critical operation. Before the day ends, you’ll collaborate with Project Managers to track resources and timelines, and you’ll document a corrective action from a weld root-cause analysis so tomorrow’s parts ship right the first time.

What You’ll Own

• Design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes and equipment for efficient, high-quality production.
• Creation of robust tooling and fixturing to drive repeatability and safety on the shop floor.
• Programming for plasma, laser, and brake press operations to enable precise fabrication.
• End-to-end project leadership: scope, plan, initiate, and manage all phases while partnering with Project Managers for resource allocation and tracking.
• Welding process leadership for manual MIG and robotic systems—design, implement, optimize, and sustain with a focus on consistent quality.
• Documentation stewardship—develop and maintain WPS and PQRs; ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., AWS, ASME).
• Structured problem solving—lead root-cause analysis for weld defects and equipment issues; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Cross-functional collaboration with external operations and Quality to meet or exceed specifications.
• Cost-reduction initiatives—identify waste and implement improvements that move the bottom line.
• Continuous improvement—conduct time and motion studies to optimize throughput and ergonomics.
• Launch readiness—implement new processes/equipment, including parts organization and product manual creation.
• Capability building—train and support production and maintenance teams.
• Quality oversight for inbound and outbound products to ensure requirements are met.

What You Bring

• Proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks), project management, and statistical analysis tools.
• ERP experience required; Epicor preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, with strong weld metallurgy, process, and equipment expertise.
• Proven problem-solving chops, analytical rigor, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Clear communication and leadership; able to work independently while managing multiple projects.

Applicant Requirements

• CAD experience required.
• ERP software experience.
• 5–10 years of heavy manufacturing experience.
• Engineering process control and PLM experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)

You Should Be Proficient In

• Quality inspection
• Electrical schematics
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Hydraulics
• CAD software
• Quality control data analysis
• Engineering fundamentals (Engineering Degree)
• CAD/CAM software
• Manufacturing environment experience

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• CNC Laser Cutter
• Press Brake
• CNC Plasma Cutter
• Robotic Welder
• CAD Software (SolidWorks)
• ERP Software