Summary
William Waywell is a seasoned software engineer and Welding & Automation Specialist with 13 years of experience, currently driving AI-informed battery laser welding and in-process monitoring at JLR. He blends deep practical knowledge of single/multi-mode lasers, IPG and Raylase scanners, industrial vision systems and fieldbus protocols with software skills in REST API design, OPC/Profinet communications and tailored data science applications. Known for commissioning complex automated welding cells, he delivers measurable cost savings through rigorous weld parameter development and real-time monitoring. A fast learner with meticulous attention to detail, he brings freelance experience across pharmaceuticals, gaming and cloud sectors that informs his multidisciplinary, problem-solving approach. Notably, he pairs hands-on hardware commissioning with production-grade software engineering—bridging factory-floor systems and analytics to accelerate EV battery manufacturing.
13 years of coding experience
11 years of employment as a software developer
German, English