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Robotics Welding Technician (WAAM)

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Robotics Welding Technician to join a leading advanced manufacturing environment supporting high-value aerospace and defence programmes.

This position focuses on operating and supporting multi-axis robotic welding systems used in the production of large-scale metal components through Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology.

This is not a traditional hands-on welding role. The successful candidate will be involved in robotic manufacturing, process control, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and support robotic welding / WAAM systems

Monitor weld quality, weld pools and bead formation

Conduct inspections and quality checks

Record manufacturing data and maintain traceability

Support process improvements and troubleshooting activities

Work closely with engineering, production and quality teams

Essential Skills & Experience

Background in welding, fabrication or metalworking

Experience with robotic, CNC, PLC or NC-controlled manufacturing equipment

Understanding of arc welding principles and basic metallurgy

Strong attention to detail and quality standards

Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Desirable Experience

Robotic welding experience

WAAM (Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing)

ABB RAPID programming or similar robotic control systems

Aerospace, defence or advanced manufacturing environments

ISO9001 or AS9100 quality standards

Important Information

The hiring team is particularly interested in candidates with experience of robotic or automated manufacturing systems.

This role is less suited to candidates whose experience is solely focused on manual welding or traditional fabrication.

What's on Offer?

4-day working week

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology

Involvement in complex aerospace and defence projects

Long-term career development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

If you have experience within robotic manufacturing, automated welding or advanced fabrication environments and are looking to work with innovative manufacturing technology, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

Due to security and export control requirements, applicants must be sole UK nationals and be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC). Unfortunately, candidates with dual nationality cannot be considered for this position

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