Welding Operator

Job Title: Welding Operator

Location: Greenfield, Indiana

About Civan Lasers

Civan Lasers is a global leader in laser welding technology, specializing in Dynamic Beam Lasers (DBL) for advanced welding. Our technology enables unprecedented control over laser beam shapes and dynamics, creating new opportunities in industrial manufacturing across shipbuilding, automotive, aerospace, energy, and defense industries.

As part of our growth in North America, we are expanding our application lab team to support customer trials, demonstrations, and welding process development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Welding Operator to support operation of the Civan laser systems and day-to-day activities in our U.S. application lab.

This role focuses on operating laser welding equipment, preparing and executing welding trials, preparing metallographic samples, and assisting with lab setup and maintenance. The technician will work closely with welding engineers to support process development, demonstrations, and customer projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser welding equipment: Run welding trials using Civan’s Dynamic Beam Laser systems under the guidance of welding engineers. Set up fixtures, materials, and welding parameters for experiments and demonstrations.
• Prepare samples and test coupons: Cut, machine, and prepare metal samples for welding trials and metallographic analysis.
• Perform cross section preparation: Prepare weld cross sections including cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching for metallographic inspection.
• Support welding trials and demonstrations: Assist during internal testing and customer demonstrations by preparing parts, operating equipment, and documenting test conditions.
• Maintain lab equipment and tools: Ensure that laser systems, fixtures, preparation tools, and metallography equipment are clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Record and document test results: Document trial parameters, results, and observations. Capture photos and measurements of weld cross sections and test samples.
• Assist with material handling and lab logistics: Manage incoming materials, maintain inventory of consumables, and support preparation of test parts.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment: Follow laser safety procedures, maintain proper PPE use, and support safe operation of the application lab.

Requirements

• hands-on experience working in a welding shop, fabrication shop, or welding laboratory.
• Experience operating welding equipment or industrial machines.
• Experience preparing metallographic samples or performing weld cross sections is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with grinding, polishing, and basic microscopy.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings and follow test instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and good documentation habits.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on laboratory environment and supporting engineering teams.