Automated Welding Engineer
Automated Welding Engineer
Location: Pontefract
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Adept Resourcing is working in partnership with a leading manufacturing company in Pontefract to recruit an Automated Welding Engineer.
This role would suit someone with expertise in KUKA robot programming and a solid background in welding and automated processes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Programme, operate, and maintain robotic welding equipment (KUKA )
* Perform offline programming using KUKASIM or equivalent software
* Inspect and verify weld quality to ensure conformance to specifications
* Manage and maintain robot program libraries and backups
* Create and fine-tune new robot welding programs for various applications
* Perform maintenance operations on welding cells and assist with fault resolution
* Train team members on basic robotic operations and troubleshooting
* Suggest and implement process improvements, including the design of JIGs and automation enhancements
Requirements:
* Proven experience programming industrial welding robots (preferably KUKA systems)
* Hands-on welding expertise
* Familiarity with offline programming tools such as KUKASIM
* Experience designing or using JIGs and fixtures for robotic applications
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Working Hours:
* Monday to Thursday: 7am – 4pm (Early finish on Friday)
* 40 hours per week
* Business closes for Bank Holidays and during the Christmas/New Year period
What’s in it for you:
* Generous annual leave, with increases based on length of service
* Paid break times and early finish every Friday
* Access to private GP services for you and your close family
* Death in Service Scheme
* Free on-site parking and regular workplace health checks
* A supportive environment with a focus on employee wellbeing
* Additional employee benefits including flexible salary options and life assurance