Job Description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com

Job Title: Engineering Development Program 2027 (Euclid, OH)
Location: Cleveland, OH
Target Program Dates: June 24th, 2027
Relocation: While local candidates are preferred, a relocation package is available for Trainees residing more than 50 miles from the program location
Req ID: 29778

Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Engineering Development Program— designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands-on experience. As a participant, you’ll Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

LincPal Program Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
Professional Development Participate in workshops and leadership development opportunities that support your growth.
Hands-On Training Learn to weld in our state-of-the-art Welding Technology Center.
Networking & Culture Participate in program social events, team-building activities, and community service.
Career Pathway Explore advancement opportunities within the organization.

of the Program

Lincoln Electric’s Early Talent Engineering Program is the ideal entry point to the vast opportunities available to you at Lincoln Electric. Your experience within the core rotational assignments will help you gain in-depth knowledge about Lincoln Electric’s products and applications as well as puts you in position to follow any number of career paths, including research & development, operations, automation, manufacturing engineering, consumable engineering and more!

Join a 12-month immersive engineering training program at our Euclid facility, featuring:

Hands-on Welding Training – Develop practical welding skills through guided instruction, periodic skills assessments, and automation exposure.
Six Sigma Certification – Gain foundational knowledge in process improvement and quality management.
Core Rotational Assignments – Work on real business priorities across multiple departments.
Personalized Development Track – Tailored to your interests and aligned with current business needs.

What You'll Work On

Machine or system design.
Create detailed design specifications, manufacturing instructions, assembly drawings, and testing protocols.
Testing of prototype equipment.
Execute quality control processes to resolve production problems.
Develop new consumables through applied research.
Assist in the design and implementation of safety mechanisms and controls for industrial machinery.

Basic Qualifications

Currently pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree in engineering by June 2027
Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

An engineering degree in any of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, Material Science, Welding, Packaging, Metallurgy.
Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
Desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in arc welding, robotic welding systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment and brazing and soldering alloys. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln has a worldwide network of manufacturing, distribution, sales and technical support covering more than 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company's website at http://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Industry

Manufacturing & Production

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Headquarters

Cleveland, OH

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

lincolnelectric.com

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