Global Mfg. Quality Engineer-Welding Specialist

Cummins Inc. is seeking a senior Welding Engineer to support its manufacturing business based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role leads welding process development, quality and reliability improvements, standardization, technology implementation, cross-functional projects, and organizational capability building while supporting safety, data analytics, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Drive manufacturing excellence by leading the development and implementation of welding processes that consistently meet safety, quality, productivity, and business performance objectives
• Improve product quality and reliability by applying advanced welding expertise to optimize process parameters, reduce defects, and ensure compliance with product specifications and industry standards
• Lead strategic process improvement initiatives by leveraging continuous improvement methodologies to increase efficiency, reduce waste, lower costs, and enhance overall manufacturing performance
• Establish and standardize best practices by developing welding standards, procedures, and working methods that improve consistency, repeatability, and operational effectiveness across multiple projects and facilities
• Influence critical business and technical decisions by partnering with business leaders, functional teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to align welding strategies with organizational goals
• Advance manufacturing capabilities by identifying, evaluating, and implementing new welding technologies, equipment improvements, and innovative processes that strengthen competitive advantage
• Lead complex cross-functional projects by coordinating internal and external resources, managing priorities, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful execution of multiple welding-related initiatives
• Build organizational capability and expertise by coaching stakeholders, mentoring team members, and serving as a technical leader who elevates welding knowledge, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the organization
• Develop deep technical and manufacturing expertise by mastering welding processes, welding automation, welding codes, machine programming, drawing interpretation, and manufacturing principles to design robust, compliant, and efficient production systems
• Champion safety, ergonomics, and operational excellence by proactively identifying risks, implementing ergonomic workplace designs, and ensuring manufacturing processes support a safe, efficient, and injury-free work environment
• Drive process optimization and standardization by creating effective process layouts, improving equipment utilization, reducing waste, and developing clear process documentation that ensures consistency, quality, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships and communicate effectively by collaborating across functions, influencing stakeholders, valuing diverse perspectives, and clearly conveying technical information to align teams around shared manufacturing and business goals

Requirements:

• College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience
• Intermediate level of relevant work experience required. (3 to 5 years manufacturing quality experience)
• Welding experience required
• Hands on Laser Welding experience