Senior PM Laser Welding Engineer (Vietnam)

Techtronic Industries Company Limited (“TTI”, or the “Company”), founded in 1985 by German entrepreneur Horst Julius Pudwill, is a world leader in cordless technology. As a pioneer in Power Tools, Outdoor Power Equipment, Floorcare and Cleaning Products, TTI serves professional, industrial, Do It Yourself (DIY), and consumer markets worldwide. With more than 47,000 employees globally, the company’s relentless focus on innovation and strategic growth has established its leading position in the industries it serves.

MILWAUKEE is at the forefront of TTI’s professional tool portfolio. With global research and development headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, the historic MILWAUKEE brand is renowned for driving innovation, safety, and jobsite productivity worldwide. The RYOBI brand, headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, remains the top choice for DIYers and continues to set the standard in DIY tool innovation. TTI’s diverse brand portfolio also includes trusted brands like AEG, EMPIRE, HOMELITE, and leading floorcare names HOOVER, ORECK, VAX, and DIRT DEVIL (based in Charlotte, North Carolina).

TTI’s international recognition and renowned brand portfolio are supported by a strong ownership structure that underscores the company’s global reach and stability. The Pudwill family remains the company’s largest shareholder, with the remaining ownership held largely by institutional investors at North American and European-owned firms. TTI is publicly traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and is a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Index, operating globally with a strong commitment to environmental, social, and corporate governance standards.

Job Summary:

This is a local employment opportunity in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam with immigration support and relocation assistance provided. For expatriates, the contract length is typically 2 years, based on the validity period of the issued working visa.

The Senior Laser Welding Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining laser welding processes used in battery module and pack assembly. This role ensures welding quality, reliability, and efficiency to meet production, safety, and customer requirements. The Senior PM Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams (NPD/NPI/AME/Quality/Production) to implement new technologies, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve welding operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and standardize laser welding processes with cross-functional team for battery assembly.
• Have knowledge and maintain welding parameters, machine programs, and process control standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies, process capability analysis, and weld quality evaluations to ensure weld designs meet product requirements and manufacturability.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification (Verification/Buyoff/EB/QB) of cell & step laser welding machines.
• Troubleshoot welding issues (spatter, porosity, cracks, penetration, etc.) and implement Corrective Action & Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Build & implement maintenance master plan, overhaul for cell & step laser welding machines.
• Build and control spare part stock to ensure always available.
• Develop work instructions, standard procedures, training materials for technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety, productivity, and cost reduction in welding processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Welding Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in laser welding or related joining technologies (ultrasonic, resistance welding, etc.), preferably in battery manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge of weld joint design, and material behavior (aluminum, copper, nickel, etc.).
• Familiarity with quality inspection techniques (X-ray, ultrasonic, metallography, cross-section analysis).
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards in welding and battery assembly.
• On-site role in battery manufacturing facility.
• Hands-on work with welding equipment and production lines.
• Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols.

Technical:

• Basic PLC/HMI programing
• Proficient in CAD/Solidwork, data analysis tools, & statistical methods (DOE, SPC, LEAN preferred).

Knowledge:

• Having basic knowledge Welding, TPM, specially AM, PM Pillar.
• Having background knowledge or experience in the field of battery manufacturing is an advantage.

Functional Skills:

• Leadership skills
• Team training skills
• Good negotiation, bargaining & persuasion skills
• Effective communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Good reading and understanding of English documents.
• Efficient Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Skills.

Remarks:

This is a local employment opportunity in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The successful candidate will be directly employed by our Vietnam entity under a Vietnam local labor contract.

We offer 5-day week, competitive remuneration package including 13th month salary, performance bonus, housing and free shuttle bus, health insurance and good career prospects to the right candidate. Interested parties please send your resume with expected salary by clicking Quick Apply.

(All personal data collected would be used for recruitment purpose only)