Welding Engineer | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $76,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Fremont seeking skilled 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Fremont region seeking Welding Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify welding procedures specifications (WPS) and welding data sheets.
• Provide technical support and guidance on welding processes, materials, and equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis for welding defects and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to optimize weld designs for manufacturability.
• Perform welder qualifications and ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
• Implement and maintain welding quality control programs and inspection plans.
• Evaluate new welding technologies and materials for potential application.

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.
• 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 NDT methods, weld quality control, and relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, AWS, API).

Bonus Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and automation.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design and analysis.
• Project management experience, including leading cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of advanced welding processes such as laser welding or friction stir welding.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Principal Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Engineering Manager, Materials Welding Engineer, Metallurgical Welding Engineer, Fabrication Welding Engineer, Structural Welding Engineer, Pipeline Welding Engineer, Robotic Welding Engineer, Automated Welding Engineer, NDT Welding Engineer, Quality Welding Engineer, Welding Inspector, Welding Specialist, Welding Technologist, Welding Consultant, Welding Supervisor, Welding Trainer

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.