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Metalsa

Assembly Department Manager

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics Leadership Competencies Problem Solving Conflict Management Organizational Agility Planning Team ...

Metalsa

Assembly Department Manager

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics Leadership Competencies • Problem Solving • Conflict Management • Organizational Agility • ...

Parker

Press Operator (Aerospace)

Kent, WA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Perform forming operations such as bulge forming, axial-load bulge forming, hydroforming, rubberpad forming, superplastic forming, punching, coining, sizing, drawing, and related support operations.

Enjet Aero, LLC

Engineering Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

Knowledge of cold press forming, exposure to hydroforming, brazing, vacuum and solution heat treating, manual and CNC machining, TIG and Resistance Welding preferred * Advanced and modern engineering ...

Kohler Co.

Senior Engineer, Faucets

Kohler, WI · On-site

$92K - $141K/yr

Understands manufacturing realities, with experience designing for processes such as casting, forging, stamping, injection molding, machining, welding, tube bending, hydroforming, plating, and ...

Eaton

Flex Forming - 2nd Shift

Beltsville, MD · On-site

$27.50/hr

What you'll do: • Operate shear, roller, planishing machine to make slugs/cuffs. • Operate hydraulic C-frame presses and/or Hydroforming equipment. • Polish parts to specifications. • ...

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How much do hydroforming jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for hydroforming in the United States is $18.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by hydroforming technicians, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Hydroforming technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining precise pressure control to avoid material distortion, ensuring consistent quality across batches, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. Working closely with engineers and quality control teams is essential to address these issues. Regular equipment maintenance, thorough training on process parameters, and implementing standardized operating procedures can greatly reduce errors and downtime. Staying proactive in communication and reporting anomalies helps maintain efficiency and safety in the hydroforming process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hydroforming Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hydroforming Technician, you need mechanical aptitude, a solid understanding of metalworking processes, and typically a background in manufacturing technology or engineering. Familiarity with CNC machinery, CAD/CAM software, and quality control systems is often required, along with relevant safety certifications. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure precise fabrication, safe operations, and efficient workflow in high-precision manufacturing environments.

What is hydroforming?

Hydroforming is a manufacturing process that uses a high-pressure hydraulic fluid to shape malleable metals, such as aluminum or steel, into lightweight, structurally strong components. This technique is commonly used in the automotive and aerospace industries to create complex shapes that would be difficult or expensive to achieve with traditional stamping or welding methods. Hydroforming offers benefits such as improved material strength, reduced weight, and increased design flexibility, making it popular for producing parts like car body panels, bicycle frames, and aircraft components.
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Electrical Controls Engineer - Corp

Electrical Controls Engineer - Corp

Midway Products Group

Monroe, MI • On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
  • Provide electrical controls and programming direction and support on capital, facilities and equipment projects and support throughout the design, installation, startup and launch process.
  • Provide electrical controls and programming direction and support throughout the tooling design, build, tryout and launch process.
  • Provide support necessary to achieve daily production goals and technical support for all Midway Products Group facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Performs a variety of engineering work and oversight in the manufacturing, installation, operation and maintenance of electric or electronic systems in our new tooling and equipment
  • Participate or lead projects of greater magnitude and scope. Possibly more than one at a time
  • Operate with considerable latitude for un-reviewed action or decision
  • Recommend changes in procedures and standards
  • Ensure that our vendors follow our Controls/Programming Standards
  • Schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications at our plants
  • Review progress and evaluates results
  • Reviews and approves vendor's controls designs
  • Provides control engineering expertise to our plants as directed/requested
  • Develop controls packages for metal processing and assembly equipment
  • Maintain thorough familiarity with controls developments and new technologies in the industry which might be adaptable within our manufacturing operations
  • Participates in Design Reviews (Concept, 50% & 100%)
  • Participates in TSRO's
  • Participates in HLRO's
  • Work in partnership with the Manufacturing Engineering Department to significantly improve the tooling, equipment and processes delivered to our plants
  • Work in partnership with the plants to improve the overall operating performance of our plants, through the identification and implementation of concepts/ideas that improve the overall operational performance of our plants and meet throughput commitments
  • Reduce the start-up, launch, tryout (debug) time and cost of new tooling, equipment and process installation into our plant
  • Drive new tooling & equipment to operate at our quoted or MOS throughput rate, whichever is greater
  • Apply world class continuous improvement principles (VSM, Lean, 6-Sigma, Kaizen, etc.) to all our new tooling, equipment & processes
  • Participate/lead activities to develop standard for plant connectivity (Ethernet, MLAN, data collection)
  • Prepare proposals and authorizes cost estimates for future work
  • Work in partnership with IT on Cyber Security issues related to Industrial Control Systems
  • Supervise and coordinate technicians and plant controls engineers assigned to projects
  • Provide support to vacationing or absent Plant Controls Engineers
  • Overtime and weekends, as required
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by management

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Preferred four year degree in Electrical Engineering with five years experience
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to use ingenuity and imagination to solve design production problems
  • Industrial PLC and robot programming skills are essential
  • Understanding of:
    • Mechanical Power Presses and Servo Stamping Presses
    • Part Transfer Controls on Stamping Presses
    • Metal Coil Feeding Systems associated processes
    • Industrial Power Distribution Systems (12kV - 480V)
    • Hydroforming Presses and associated processes
    • Resistance MIG Welding Processes
    • Laser Welding and Cutting Processes
    • Robotics (Material Handling, MIG, Spot Welding and Sealant Dispensing)

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Normal office environment
  • Normal shop environment, which includes travel to plant sites, tooling vendors and suppliers.
  • Required use of personal protection equipment; hazards and conditions typically associated with a manufacturing environment

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