Engineering Technologist - Additive Solutions
Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
Location: Euclid - 26250
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Req ID: 26899
Summary
Lincoln Electric is seeking an Engineering Technologist to join our Additive Solutions R&D team located in Euclid, OH. This role supports additive process procedure development and material qualification, manufacturing initiatives, and problem resolution through the execution of test programs.
Lincoln Electric has the largest 3D metal printing capacity in North America, we can expedite production for large industrial parts for various industries and applications.
We offer career growth potential, competitive compensation, bonus incentives, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, comprehensive health benefits, and retirement plans.
What You Will Do
- Develop, execute, and document test programs for additive process and material characterization, manufacturing improvement, and problem resolution.
- Provides substantial input for the development of test methods and analytical methods of substantial variety and complexity; facilitates training of team members
- Conduct and analyze tests/experiments, adapting or modifying methods as needed; prepare reports. Assignments often require completion of a sequence of related operations, tests and evaluations.
- Perform non-destructive evaluation of weld test assemblies and visual inspection of welds, as required.
- Lead or participate in projects, providing feedback to R&D and production engineering teams.
- Respond to internal/external customer requests for technical support.
- Maintain safe work practices, equipment, and compliance with procedures and specifications.
Required Education & Experience:
- AA/AS degree or equivalent experience with additional technical training.
- Practical experience with an arc or laser welding process.
- Strong communication skills, record-keeping accuracy, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Capable of organizing, supervising, and executing multiple assignments.
- Self-motivated, safety- and quality-focused; able to train and lead others.
- Proficiency with standard PC software.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with automated/robotic arc welding.
- CAD modeling/drafting (SolidWorks preferred).
- Knowledge of welding codes/standards (AWS, ASME).
- Practical experience with at least one method of Non-Destructive Testing. ASNT Level II for a one NDT method (e.g. RT, PT or UT).
- Metallography/microscopy sample preparation and/or examination techniques.
- Familiarity with 3D printing, strong mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
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