Process Engineer – Automated Welding
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (hybrid working)
We are looking for a Process Engineer – Automated Welding to develop, optimise and maintain semi‑automated and automated welding processes in a high‑quality manufacturing environment. The role involves ensuring robust, capable welding processes that meet quality, safety and regulatory standards while supporting production and 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.
We will always consider requests for flexible working.
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