Welding Engineer – Whitehall Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking Welding Engineers to join its network of manufacturers in Whitehall, MI. The role focuses on ensuring weld quality, process reliability, and production support across a range of welding technologies in dynamic manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, troubleshooting defects, training welders, and driving continuous improvement through welding procedures and process qualification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in welding engineering, metallurgy, or related field.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Familiarity with AWS or ASME welding codes and standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specifications for weld symbols and joint design.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and drive corrective actions on the floor.
• Conduct weld inspections and maintain documentation records.
• Support production with fixture and tooling improvements for welding.
• Train welders on technique, safety, and procedure compliance.
• Coordinate with quality and engineering on continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain welding procedures and work instructions.
• Qualify welding processes and operators to code requirements.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Read welding drawings

Welding problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in welding engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Welding Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 – $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a welding 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 Whitehall area seeking experienced Welding 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 Welding Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Whitehall in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Whitehall area that seek skilled Welding Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specifications for weld symbols and joint design.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and drive corrective actions on the floor.
• Conduct weld inspections and maintain documentation records.
• Support production with fixture and tooling improvements for welding.
• Train welders on technique, safety, and procedure compliance.
• Coordinate with quality and engineering on continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain welding procedures and work instructions.
• Qualify welding processes and operators to code requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in welding engineering, metallurgy, or related field.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes.
• Familiarity with AWS or ASME welding codes and standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Knowledge of weld metallurgy and heat treatment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methods.
• Familiarity with nondestructive testing methods.
• Certified Welding Inspector credential.
• Robotic or automated welding experience.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Technologist, Production Engineer, Welding Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer, Weld Process Engineer, Welding Inspector, Fabrication Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineer

Work Authorization

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

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Access Support Development Welding Root Cause Analysis ROOT Codes Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Inspection AWS Manufacturing Specifications Programming Technical Support Materials Preparation Software Testing Design Engineering Science

Salary Package:

$ 78,000.00 – 118,000.00 (US Dollar)