Welding Engineer - Jenison Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Georgetown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Jenison, MI seeks an experienced Welding Engineer to develop and optimize welding procedures for manufacturing. You will evaluate equipment, train staff, and ensure compliance with AWS D1.1 and ASME IX while driving process improvements.

Salary ranges from $77,000 to $117,000, depending on experience. This role focuses on welding metallurgy and quality control within West Michigan manufacturing environments.

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 CWEng certification or equivalent.
• Proficient in GMAW, GTAW, SAW, FCAW and their application to various materials.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes (AWS D1.1, ASME IX) and quality control procedures.
• Experience with weld inspection methods (NDT/DT) and failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize welding procedures for manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Evaluate and select appropriate welding equipment and consumables.
• Provide technical support and training to welding technicians and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and customer specifications.
• Implement new welding technologies and process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

Skills

CWEng certification

GMAW

GTAW

SAW

FCAW

NDT methods

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering / Materials Science / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Welding equipment

NDT equipment

CAD/CAM software

Quality control tools

Job description

Welding Engineer | Jenison, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated 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 and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Jenison, seeking experienced Welding Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 collaborating with multiple companies in Jenison seeking experienced Welding Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize welding procedures for manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Evaluate and select appropriate welding equipment and consumables.
• Provide technical support and training to welding technicians and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and customer specifications.
• Implement new welding technologies and process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

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, SAW, FCAW) 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 weld inspection methods (NDT and DT) and failure analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification
• Experience with robotic welding systems
• Familiarity with NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) methods
• Project management experience in a manufacturing setting
• Advanced CAD/CAM software proficiency

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, NDT Engineer (Welding), QA Welding Engineer, Welding Process Engineer, Robotics Welding Engineer, Automated Welding 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.