Welding And Sealing Engineer
Job Description Welding And Sealing Engineer Vacancy Status Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)
AI Disclosure As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to [Location] on a full-time basis.
GM Oshawa is looking for a dynamic, experienced Sealing and Welding Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead the development, design, and execution of joining processes for Body-In-White assemblies. You will work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and suppliers to deliver safe, capable, and reliable manufacturing processes.
What You'll Do
- Lead welding, sealing, and joining strategy for Body-In-White assemblies
- Serve as process owner for resistance spot welding, MIG welding, projection welding, drawn arc stud welding, self-piercing rivets, clinching, and robotic dispense systems
- Work with cross-functional teams and suppliers to meet build requirements, launch timing, and production targets
- Monitor process performance using plant data and analytics tools, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to improve quality and throughput
- Troubleshoot weld and joining issues affecting production, equipment performance, and vehicle quality
- Support production trials, engineering changes, and new product launches to ensure process readiness and robustness
- Develop and implement continuous improvement actions to reduce scrap, improve reliability, and increase line performance
- Create and maintain process documentation, including control plans, parameter sheets, preventive maintenance plans, manuals, and standard work
- Support capital and tooling projects, including equipment specifications, runoff, buyoff, installation, and commissioning
- Train internal trades and provide technical support during emergency breakdowns and complex equipment issues
- Participate in PFMEA, risk assessments, and control plan development for new and existing joining processes
- Collaborate with Paint Shop and other internal teams to drive cross-functional corrective actions and support overall vehicle quality
- Document lessons learned and apply them to future programs and build strategies
- Prepare regular updates and report-outs on welding and joining performance, action plans, and key metrics
- Certified Mechanical or Electrical Engineer or demonstrated equivalent experience
- Strong technical knowledge of welding, sealing, and joining processes in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with automated and robotic joining systems and related process analytics
- Knowledge of resistance welding, MIG welding, clinching, sealing systems, projection welding, and self-piercing rivets
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly in a fast-paced production environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical, operational, and supplier teams
- High level of ethics, integrity, and accountability
- Demonstrated ability to implement innovative manufacturing processes and continuous improvement solutions
- Automotive manufacturing experience, especially Body-In-White joining processes
- Experience supporting launch, production, and equipment improvement initiatives
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems, process control plans, and manufacturing operating systems
- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
- Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
- Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
- Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
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