Company Description
Accelerate your career with a fast-growing global engineering group. At SEGULA Technologies, you will work on exciting projects and help shape the future within a company for which innovation is inseparable from engineering.
3D printing, augmented reality, autonomous vehicles, the factory of the future... these are all part of the daily routine of our 10,000 ingenious employees. Why not yours?
Whether it's next door or on the other side of the world, at SEGULA Technologies you'll find the opportunity that will give new meaning to your career!
Job Description
As a Welding Engineer specializing in robot programming, you will play a pivotal role in the automotive manufacturing process, particularly in the assembly of vehicle structures. Your primary responsibility will be to develop, optimize, and maintain robotic welding programs to ensure the quality, efficiency, and safety of the welding processes used in the fabrication of automotive bodies.
Robot Welding Program Development:
- Design, develop, and optimize robot welding programs for Body in White (BIW) assembly.
- Utilize robotic simulation software (e.g., RoboDK, RobotStudio) to validate and optimize welding paths, cycle times, and torch orientations.
- Collaborate with design engineers to optimize component designs for robotic welding feasibility and efficiency.
Robotic Welding System Integration:
- Specify and integrate robotic welding systems, including robots, welding power sources, sensors, and peripheral equipment, into the manufacturing process.
- Program and configure robot controllers and welding power sources to ensure seamless integration and synchronization of welding operations.
- Conduct feasibility studies and trials for new robotic welding technologies and applications.
Welding Process Optimization:
- Continuously improve robotic welding processes through data analysis, experimentation, and the implementation of advanced programming techniques.
- Optimize welding parameters, such as wire feed speed, travel speed, and arc voltage, to achieve desired weld quality and productivity targets.
- Implement advanced welding strategies, such as adaptive welding and seam tracking, to enhance weld consistency and accuracy.
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Implement quality control measures to ensure robotic welded components meet dimensional and metallurgical specifications.
- Conduct weld inspections and testing, such as visual inspection, ultrasonic testing, and radiographic testing, to verify weld quality and integrity.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., AWS, ISO) and automotive OEM specifications for robotic welding processes.
Safety and Risk Management:
- Develop and enforce safety protocols for robotic welding activities, including risk assessments, safety interlocks, and protective barriers.
- Collaborate with safety engineers to ensure robotic welding systems comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conduct safety training for operators and maintenance personnel on robotic welding equipment and procedures.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
- Ability to relocate to United Kingdom (Halewood)
- Proven experience in robotic welding programming, preferably in the automotive industry or a related manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in robot programming languages, such as ABB RobotStudio, Fanuc Roboguide, or KUKA KRL.
- In-depth knowledge of robotic welding processes, including MIG/MAG, TIG, spot welding, and seam welding.
- Knowledge of safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, ANSI/RIA R15.06) and risk assessment methodologies for robotic systems.
- Familiarity with robotic simulation software and offline programming techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot robotic welding-related issues and optimize programming parameters.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Advanced degree or professional certifications in robotics or automation are a plus.
- Experience working in Stellantis/PSA
Additional Information
- Salary/rate – depending on experience
- Contract role
- Location: Halewood (Onsite)
- 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
Applicants must reside and be legally authorized to work in Mexico.
We are an equal opportunities employer and highly value Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage, welcome and support applications from People of all genders and cultural backgrounds. Your application will be reviewed based on your experience, skills and motivations. Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process. We are here to help you be at your best.
