Welding Engineer - Kalamazoo Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Kalamazoo partners with leading Michigan manufacturers to connect Welding Engineers with high‑impact opportunities. We match your welding expertise with roles that emphasize quality, performance, and career growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

These Welding Engineer roles offer challenging projects, exposure to diverse welding processes, and a salary range of $83,000 to $123,000 depending on experience, within a network committed to relationships and career

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in welding engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW, Laser Welding) and their manufacturing applications.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, material science, heat treatment, and impact on weld quality.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols; familiarity with AWS/ASME/ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Provide technical support and resolve welding-related issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for welding defects and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate and select welding equipment, consumables, and robotic systems.
• Design and optimize weld joint configurations for manufacturability and performance.
• Conduct welder qualification and training programs.

Skills

Welding processes

Root cause analysis

Quality control

Engineering drawings

NDT methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Robot welding

Programming

Job description

Welding Engineer | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 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 Kalamazoo, 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 working with companies in Kalamazoo that are adding Welding 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify welding procedures (WPS/PQR) in accordance with industry standards.
• Provide technical support and expertise to production for welding-related issues and continuous improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis for welding defects and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and robotic systems.
• Design and optimize weld joint configurations for manufacturability and performance.
• Conduct welder qualification and training programs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in welding engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in various welding processes (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW, Laser Welding) and their application in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, material science, heat treatment, and their impact on weld quality and performance.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols, as well as applying relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, ISO).
• Experience with root cause analysis, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and quality control procedures for welding operations.

Bonus Qualifications

• AWS CWI certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Experience with robotic welding systems and programming
• Familiarity with NDT methods and interpretation
• Project management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design and analysis

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Principal Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Engineering Manager, Welding Specialist, Welding Technologist, Metallurgical Engineer (Welding Focus), Materials Engineer (Welding Focus), Fabrication Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer (Welding), NDT Engineer (Welding), QA Engineer (Welding), Welding Consultant, Robotic 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.