Laser Weld Engineer – Mattawan Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Mattawan (MI); Presencial; USD 86.000 - 126.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan has opportunities for a Laser Weld Engineer in the Mattawan area. The role involves developing and optimizing laser welding processes for production parts, setting weld parameters, running trials, and documenting process settings.

We seek candidates with a bachelor’s degree in welding, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering, hands-on laser welding experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in welding, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering required.
• Knowledge of weld metallurgy and joint design.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with laser welding systems in a production setting.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and optimize laser welding processes for production parts.
• Set weld parameters and document process settings.
• Run trials and evaluate weld quality through testing.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and root causes on the line.
• Support fixture and tooling design for laser weld applications.
• Train operators and technicians on weld procedures.
• Maintain process documentation and work instructions.
• Coordinate with quality and production teams on continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Weld metallurgy

Joint design

Reading drawings / GD&T

Problem solving

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in welding, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering

Herramientas

Laser welding equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Laser Weld Engineer | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 – $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Mattawan area seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Laser Weld Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Mattawan in Van Buren County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Marcellus.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Mattawan area that add Laser Weld Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize laser welding processes for production parts.
• Set weld parameters and document process settings.
• Run trials and evaluate weld quality through visual and destructive testing.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and root causes on the line.
• Support fixture and tooling design for laser weld applications.
• Train operators and technicians on weld procedures.
• Maintain process documentation and work instructions.
• Coordinate with quality and production teams on continuous improvement.

Recommended Qualifications

• Knowledge of weld metallurgy and joint design.
• Experience with weld inspection methods and quality standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in welding, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with laser welding systems in a production setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in automotive or aerospace manufacturing.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with weld simulation or process modeling software.
• Experience with robotic laser welding cells.
• Familiarity with AWS or ISO weld codes.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Joining Engineer, Welding Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer – Welding, Laser Welding Engineer, Welding Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer – Welding, Weld Process Development Engineer, Laser Process Engineer

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Robotics Lean Six Sigma Support Welding Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Process Optimization Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Instructions Components Inspection Continuous Improvement Optimization R Quality Control Manufacturing Automation Programming Technical Support Materials Troubleshooting Preparation Testing Documentation Design Engineering Science

Salary Package:

$ 86,000.00 – 126,000.00 (US Dollar)

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.