Welding Engineer | Hudsonville, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Hudsonville seeking experienced Welding Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Hudsonville that are seeking Welding Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify welding procedures (WPS/PQR) in accordance with industry codes and client specifications.
• Provide technical support and expertise to production, quality, and engineering teams on welding-related issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects and non-conformances.
• Evaluate and select appropriate welding processes, equipment, and consumables for various applications.
• Oversee welder qualification and certification programs, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize weld designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on welding processes and metallurgy.
• AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or equivalent certification.
• Proficient in various welding techniques (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW) and their application to different materials.
• Strong understanding of welding codes, standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX), and quality control procedures.
• Experience with root cause analysis, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and material characterization.

Bonus Qualifications

• AWS CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software for fixture design and analysis.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and programming.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Principal Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Engineering Manager, Materials Engineer (Welding), Metallurgical Engineer (Welding), Fabrication Engineer, Welding Specialist, Welding Technologist, NDE Engineer (Welding), QA/QC Welding Engineer, Process Engineer (Welding), R&D Welding Engineer, Design Engineer (Welding

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.