Welding Automation Engineer Job at ZipRecruiter in Austin

Job Description: Valstad Shipworks is a venture-backed startup shipyard on a mission to transform the future of American shipbuilding. We’re seeking driven, high-performing individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the maritime industry.

In today’s complex geopolitical landscape, revitalizing the U.S. maritime sector is not just important-it’s essential. To reclaim its standing as a maritime power, the United States must rebuild the capability to produce ships domestically-and do so competitively.

At Valstad, we’re rising to that challenge. By taking a greenfield approach and leveraging the most advanced technologies available, we’re redefining how ships are designed and built in America. This endeavor demands a multidisciplinary team of exceptional talent professionals ready to work hard, think boldly, and contribute to something larger than themselves.

If you're ready to be part of something that matters, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a skilled and innovative Welding Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing engineering team. In this role, you will design, program, and optimize automated welding systems, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and safe production processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robotic and automated welding solutions that reduce costs, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry standards. The work will be centralized around designing new process flows, utilizing robots for the construction of marine vessels. This position will be working within a startup and is therefore not a typical workday. The days will be long, challenging, yet rewarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Automation System Design & Implementation: Design and develop automated and robotic welding processes for new products.
• Programming & Optimization: Program and fine-tune robotic welding systems (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa).
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, software, robotic engineers) to deliver cutting edge solutions.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure welds meet applicable codes, standards, and specifications (AWS, ISO, ASME). An additional constraint of meeting the standards set forth by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS).
• Data & Analysis: Collect and analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in robotic programming (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, or equivalent).
• Experience: Prior hands-on experience in welding automation, robotics or manufacturing engineering roles.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent teamwork and communication abilities, and a creative mindset with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics and automation projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Professional growth through continuous learning and hands-on development.
• Benefits: Healthcare, Dental, Vision, PTO & Holidays, Relocation if necessary.