Welding Engineer Intern
About the job
- Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a university program in Welding Engineering or a related engineering field.
- Willing to travel an average of 10% domestically.
- Experience with welding processes, robots, reviewing specifications, and WPS/PQRs.
- Ability to communicate with peers, customers, and vendors.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Basic programming skills, or willingness to learn and perform them.
- Design, implement, and document welding and joining systems for various types of automated welding equipment.
- Create and revise customer-required welding documents, including Welding Procedure Specifications, Procedure Qualification Records, weld maps, and destructive testing documentation.
- Create and revise internal and external welding specifications for a variety of processes.
- Inspect all automated welding completed in-house.
- Generate conceptual solutions for problems with no previous or standard solution.
- Analyze the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems.
- Troubleshoot weld, joining, wiring, pneumatic, and hydraulic circuit issues.
- Participate in internal destructive testing and evaluation.
- Aid in solutions-oriented troubleshooting and process improvements.
About the company
Axis Automation designs and builds customized factory automation systems for manufacturers in various industries. It handles concepting, design, integration, deployment, and ongoing service to automate production lines and equipment. Their products work by combining engineering, robotics integration, and project management to create tailored automation solutions that connect machines, sensors, and controls for smooth, efficient operations. Axis Automation differentiates itself through deep manufacturing experience, a collaborative culture, and a dedicated team that manages end-to-end projects—from initial concept through installation and support—delivering tailored systems rather than one-size-fits-all products. The company’s goal is to help forward-thinking manufacturers improve production capabilities and performance by providing practical, reliable automation technology and comprehensive service.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- As of August 2026, Axis Automation is still actively hiring across controls, project, and build roles.
- Its 2026 job board shows demand for applications engineers, machine builders, and account managers.
- The company continues emphasizing manufacturing automation demand, including new facilities and service support.
What critics are saying
- Two similarly named Axis Automation footprints confuse buyers and job seekers across Michigan and Wisconsin.
- The 10-open-role hiring board signals dependence on constant project flow to justify headcount.
- A major customer delay or canceled automation program in 2026 would hit a small, 11-50-person firm hard.
What makes Axis Automation unique
- Axis Automation builds custom factory automation, not commodity equipment, for manufacturers.
- Its 2026 site highlights design-through-service execution from a single in-house team.
- It markets a tight-knit, collaborative culture with skilled-trades internships and promotion-from-within.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Parental Leave