Description

Job Description

The Welding & Assembly Automation Engineer will lead the design, development, and optimization of automated welding and assembly systems across industries including aerospace, tracked vehicles, automotive, and construction. This engineer will design and implement robotic welding cells, assembly automation, and integrated controls systems while supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts.

This role is hands‑on, highly technical, and involves collaborating with mechanical, controls, and electrical engineering teams to deliver automated manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, cycle time, and throughput.

Skills & Qualifications

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred)

U.S. Citizenship required; must be eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance

Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Detail-oriented with a high commitment to quality and safety

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical documentation tools

Nice to Haves

Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng)

CAD & automation simulation software experience

Lean/Six Sigma process improvement experience

Experience across aerospace, automotive, tracked vehicles, construction equipment

HMI development experience

Prior government/DoD project exposure

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.