Welding Engineer - Newaygo Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network connects West Michigan manufacturers with top Welding Engineers in the Newaygo, MI area. This role focuses on developing and optimizing welding procedures, solving defects, and supporting production teams to ensure high-quality welds across multiple processes.

Qualified candidates bring 5+ years in welding engineering, familiarity with GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW, and a strong metallurgy background. AWS CWI/CWE is a plus; CAD tooling like SolidWorks or AutoCAD is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in welding engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of welding engineering experience in manufacturing.
• AWS CWI or CWE certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize welding procedures for various manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Specify and procure welding equipment, consumables, and tooling.
• Provide technical support and training to welding technicians and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and customer specifications.
• Evaluate new welding technologies and materials for potential implementation.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability of components.

Skills

Welding processes

Robotic welding

Metallurgy knowledge

CAD software

Project management

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Welding Engineer | Newaygo, MI

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

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Newaygo seeking experienced 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 Newaygo 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 optimize welding procedures for various manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Specify and procure welding equipment, consumables, and tooling.
• Provide technical support and training to welding technicians and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and customer specifications.
• Evaluate new welding technologies and materials for potential implementation.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability of components.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in welding engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) certification.
• Proficient in various welding processes (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW) and their applications.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, material science, and their impact on weld quality.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and automation.

Bonus Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and programming.
• Familiarity with NDT methods and specifications (e.g., UT, MT, PT, RT).
• Project management experience, particularly for capital equipment or process improvement projects.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design or process layout.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Principal Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Engineering Manager, Materials Engineer (Welding Focus), Metallurgical Engineer (Welding Specialization), Fabrication Engineer, Welding Process Engineer, Robotic Welding Engineer, NDT Engineer (Welding), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Engineer, Welding Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer (Welding), R&D 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.