Welding Engineer | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Montague seeking experienced Welding Engineers to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Montague that are seeking skilled Welding Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize welding procedures and processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Select appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and techniques for various manufacturing applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding-related issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct welding training and provide technical guidance to welding personnel.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and customer specifications.
• Design and implement quality control measures for welded components, including inspection and testing protocols.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability and manufacturability of new products.
• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and materials to improve production capabilities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) certification.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and quality control standards.
• Experience with various welding processes such as GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding defects and implement corrective actions.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods beyond basic visual inspection.
• - Familiarity with robotic welding systems and automation in manufacturing.
• - Knowledge of material science principles related to welding metallurgy and failure analysis.
• - Certification in welding inspection (e.g., CWI, CWE).
• - Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Welding Specialist, Senior Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Supervisor, Welding Inspector, Welding Technician, Manufacturing Engineer (Welding Focus), Process Engineer (Welding), Metallurgical Engineer (Welding), Materials Engineer (Welding), Fabrication Engineer, Structural Welding Engineer, Pipeline Welding Engineer, NDT Engineer (Welding), Welding Quality Engineer, Welding Process Development Engineer, Welding Applications Engineer, Welding Technology Specialist, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.