Role: Welding Process Engineer Location: Job Type: Permanent The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimising, and maintaining automated mechanical engineering processes and related equipment to ensure consistently high product quality, process capability, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards. The role focuses on process robustness, continuous improvement and technical support across production and new product introduction (NPI). Develop, validate, and optimise mechanical engineering processes for production and new product introduction. Define and control critical welding parameters (e.g. current, travel speed, wire feed, shielding gas, heat input). Establish robust procedures and operating windows to ensure repeatable, high-quality welds. Support internal and external audits relating to welding processes and special process controls. Quality & Problem Solving Provide technical support to production to resolve weld quality issues such as porosity, lack of fusion, distortion, or cosmetic defects. Lead root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving tools (e.g. Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve weld quality and reduce scrap and rework. Specify, commission, and validate automated welding equipment, fixtures, and tooling. Support maintenance and calibration strategies for welding equipment and monitoring systems. Work closely with Design Engineering to influence manufacturability and weld joint design. Support Supply Chain and Quality teams with supplier welding capability assessments when required. Provide training and technical guidance to operators, technicians, and inspectors. Strong technical knowledge of mechanical engineering processes Proven experience with automated or robotic welding systems Ability to interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and specifications. Omega Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few.
Welding Process Engineer (Permanent) in Cheltenham employer: Omega Resource Group
As a global leader in the automation and packing industry, our company offers an exceptional work environment for the Field Service Director role, characterised by a commitment to operational excellence and employee development. With competitive compensation, including a generous bonus structure and comprehensive benefits like private health cover and a double matched pension scheme, we prioritise the well-being and growth of our team members. Our collaborative culture fosters strong relationships and encourages continuous improvement, making this an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in a dynamic sector.
