Location:
29250 Calahan | Discipline:
Sheet Metal | Posting Date:
04/10/2026 |
Robotic Welder
Position Overview
The Robotic Welding Technician is a high-skill technical role responsible for the setup, programming, and operation of automated welding systems within a specialized sheet metal fabrication environment. They serve as the link between engineering designs and physical production and translate complex blueprints for automotive, aerospace, and defense components into precise robotic movements. This group supports one-off prototypes and managing a high-volume production run for assemblies with a focus on maintaining the extreme tolerances and structural integrity required by these mission-critical industries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Weld using MIG and TIG equipment
- Transition quickly between specialized prototype builds and short production runs
- Adopt a specific group of cells and focus on all aspects of welding robustness for the assigned area
- Adjust weld fixtures to control product dimensions and as well as MIG weld gap/strength
- Read and understand blueprints.
- Maintain shim adjustment logs for assigned area
- Document and improve welding parameters
- Provide input in evaluation of equipment and processes
- Understand incoming part quality and its effect on MIG weld/dimensional strength
- Successfully complete any customer-directed welding certifications
- Support compliance with RCO Quality Policies
- Support ISO 9001 continuous improvement initiative
- Willing to work overtime as needed
- Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Requirements
- Must have 2-4 years of operating welding robots and be able to perform the basic maintenance on the Fanuc robots
- Must have general knowledge of welding, metallurgy, and sheet metal properties (aluminum, stainless steel)
- Must have experience reading blueprints and interpret GD&T symbols
- Ability to weld in multiple positions (flat, vertical, overhead.)
- Ability to weld different materials and thicknesses
- Must have experience in maintaining fixtures and weld automation processes (Metals/Steel)
- Must be able to adjust the Robots
- Robotic Weld Certification preferred
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Proven experience operating robotic welding cells (Fanuc or similar)
- Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols; basic knowledge of MIG/GMAW welding
- A "quality-first" attitude with the agility to handle frequent tooling and part changes
