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 preferred)

* 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