Robotic Welding Application Engineer

Job Summary The Robotic Welding Application Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing robotic arc welding applications to meet customer requirements for quality, productivity, and cost. The role combines welding process expertise with robotic automation, supporting application development, trials, commissioning, and ongoing customer support.

Key Responsibilities

Robotic Welding Application Development

- Analyze customer drawings, weld specifications, and production requirements

- Select suitable welding processes (MIG/MAG, Pulsed MIG, FCAW, TIG, Tandem, etc.)

- Develop welding procedures (WPS) and optimize parameters for robotic welding

- Define welding sequences, torch angles, and joint accessibility

Robot Programming &

- Integration

- Program and troubleshoot industrial welding robots (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, YASKAWA, etc.)

- Configure robot peripherals such as positioners, seam tracking, touch sensing, and safety systems

- Support offline programming and simulation to optimize cycle time and reach

- Assist with robotic cell layout and automation concept development

Trials, Testing &

- Commissioning

- Conduct welding trials and proof-of-concept demonstrations

- Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)

- Commission robotic welding cells and support production ramp-up

- Troubleshoot weld quality, arc stability, spatter, and productivity issues

Customer &

- Sales Support





- Provide technical support during customer visits, demos, and sales discussions

- Assist in feasibility studies, ROI calculations, and technical proposals

- Train customers on robotic welding operation, parameter optimization, and basic troubleshooting

Documentation &

- Continuous Improvement

- Prepare application reports, trial documents, and best-practice guidelines

- Support weld quality audits and compliance with relevant standards

- Continuously improve existing applications to enhance productivity and quality

- Stay updated on new welding processes, robotics, and automation technologies

Qualifications

Education

- Bachelors degree in mechanical, Welding, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

Experience

- 38 years of experience in robotic welding or industrial automation

- Hands-on experience with arc welding processes and robotic welding cells

Technical Skills

- Solid knowledge of arc welding processes and weld metallurgy

- Experience with robot programming and teach pendants

- Understanding of fixtures, positioners, sensors, and robotic safety

- Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld symbols

- Exposure to offline programming tools is an advantage

Soft Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

- Good communication and customer-facing skills

- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects

- Willingness to travel for trials, commissioning, and customer support

📌 Robotics Welding & Application Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 ESAB INDIA
📍 Chennai