Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (hybrid working)
The Role
We are looking for a Process Engineer – Automated Welding to develop, optimise and maintain semi‑automated and automated welding processes within a high‑quality manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in ensuring robust, capable welding processes that meet quality, safety and regulatory standards, while supporting production and new product introduction (NPI).
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, validate and optimise automated and semi‑automated welding processes
* Define and control critical welding parameters to ensure repeatable, high‑quality welds
* Create and maintain Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), PQRs and work instructions
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ISO 15614, ISO 3834, ASME and customer requirements)
* Provide technical support to resolve weld quality issues and lead root cause analysis
* Support specification, commissioning and validation of automated welding equipment
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean / Six Sigma principles
* Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain and Maintenance
* Provide training and technical guidance to operators and technicians
Your Experience
* Proven experience working with automated or robotic welding systems (orbital welding desirable)
* Strong understanding of welding principles and metallurgy
* Experience supporting production and NPI in a manufacturing environment
* Knowledge of weld inspection methods and quality systems
* Experience working with engineering drawings, weld symbols and specifications
Your Skills
* Structured and analytical problem‑solving approach
* High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality
* Effective communicator, able to influence across teams
* Proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
* Ability to adapt, learn new technologies and support others through training
Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts’ portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan.
We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.
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