Laser Weld Engineer – St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Laser Weld Engineer in St. Johns, MI. This role offers a strong salary range ($82,000 – $122,000) and opportunities to contribute to precision welding programs across local manufacturers.

You'll collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to develop, set up, and optimize laser welding processes, train operators, and document procedures while advancing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives in a dynamic plant environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Laser welding experience

Robotics integration

Lean manufacturing

Welding technique

Root cause analysis

Process optimization

Quality assurance

Weld metallurgy knowledge

GD&T reading

Team training

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Weld simulation software

Robotic welding cells

Job description

Job Description:

Laser Weld Engineer | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 – $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the St. Johns area seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 St. Johns in Clinton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Owosso, Ithaca, Ovid, and Ashley.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the St. Johns 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

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of weld metallurgy and joint design.
• Experience with weld inspection methods and quality standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Background in automotive or aerospace manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Robotics Support Lean Manufacturing Welding Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Process Optimization Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Instructions Components Mechanical Engineering Optimization Manufacturing Automation AutoCAD Materials Troubleshooting Preparation Software Documentation Maintenance Design Engineering Science Training

Salary Package:

$ 82,000.00 – 122,000.00 (US Dollar)