Welding Engineering Technical Leader

Specialty Tube, L.L.C.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Retirement savings plan

Professional growth and career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is looking for a skilled Weld Engineering & Technical Leader. This full-time position requires hands-on expertise in GTAW and RSW, along with strong leadership skills to optimize welding processes and mentor a team of welders. Candidates should have at least 5 years of weld leadership experience and proficiency in CAD design. The role offers a supportive culture that fosters professional growth and a commitment to quality. Benefits include health insurance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of weld leadership experience.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and proficiency in CAD.
• Experience in designing and fabricating fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Own welding processes for new and existing products.
• Improve weld rate and reduce scrap through analysis.
• Mentor welders and elevate team skills.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions for weld issues.
• Support new product launches with defined weld methods and routings.
• Mentor welders and the Weld Production Trainer; drive craftsmanship culture.

Skills

Hands-on expertise in GTAW

Hands-on expertise in RSW

Ability to control distortion

Blueprint interpretation

Data-driven problem-solving mindset

Fixture & jig design

Data-driven problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Welding Engineering or equivalent experience

Equivalent experience

Tools

CAD (Inventor/Fusion)

Fusion 360

Job description

Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time, Salary (Exempt)

About Beverlin

Beverlin is a trusted manufacturer known for producing high-quality perforated metal tubes, fabricated components, and custom metal solutions for customers across multiple industries. Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, suppliers, and team members.

We foster a supportive, people-centered culture where employees are respected, encouraged to grow, and given opportunities to build meaningful careers. At Beverlin, you’re not just operating equipment; you’re contributing to a team that takes pride in its work, collaborates to overcome challenges, and celebrates shared success.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a hands‑on Weld Engineering & Technical Leader to own all welding processes for new and existing products. This role serves as Beverlin’s subject matter expert in welding technology, aluminum fabrication, process optimization, and welder development.

You will lead weld process strategy, develop and maintain WPS/PQR documentation, design weld fixtures, support new product launches, and mentor welders—including direct coaching for the Weld Production Trainer.

This job is designed for a technical, sleeves‑rolled‑up leader who moves comfortably between engineering analysis, fixture design, and producing master welds.

Primary Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Own welding processes across new and existing production.
• Develop, qualify, and maintain WPS and PQR documentation.
• Evaluate and implement new welding technologies, methods, and best practices.
• Establish standards for aluminum welding, repeatability, and distortion control.

Process & Quality Improvement

• Improve weld rate, repeatability, throughput, and first‑pass yield.
• Reduce weld scrap and rework through structured problem solving.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for weld‑related issues.
• Develop and track weld performance metrics (scrap %, arc time, cycle time, FPY).

Welding Expertise

• Advanced hands‑on skill in:
  • GTAW (TIG) required
  • RSW (Resistance Spot Welding) required
  • Aluminum: 5052 & 3003 alloys required
• Ability to control distortion in thin/medium gauge materials (.024”-.125%).
• Laser welding experience preferred.

Tooling & Fixture Design

• Design and fabricate weld jigs and fixtures focused on:
  • Heat distortion control
  • Repeatability
  • Ergonomics
  • Cycle time improvement
• Create and modify tooling drawings and internal manufacturing prints (CAD required, Inventor/Fusion preferred).

Engineering & Launch Support

• Support Sales and Engineering during quoting and new product launches.
• Define weld methods, tooling, and cycle times for RFQs and production readiness.
• Create/update routings and BOMs in the Beverlin system.
• Establish incoming inspection criteria and modify component/assembly drawings as required.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Serve as a technical mentor to all welders.
• Provide direct coaching to the Weld Production Trainer.
• Elevate team skills in weld theory, technique, and troubleshooting.
• Promote a culture of craftsmanship, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Work Schedule

• Full‑time, 5‑day onsite role
• Core hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Additional hours as needed to support production, launches, or issue resolution.

What You Bring

Required

• 5+ years of weld leadership experience.
• Bachelor's in Welding Engineering (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Hands‑on expertise in GTAW, RSW, and aluminum welding (5052 & 3003)
• Strong GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and CAD proficiency (Inventor/Fusion).
• Demonstrated ability to design and fabricate fixtures and jigs.
• Data‑driven problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.

Preferred/Value‑Added

• AWS Certifications (CW, CWS, CWE)
• Experience with laser welding or programming.
• Familiarity with roll forming.
• Experience in high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing.

Benefits

We’re committed to offering a robust and competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and career development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive, and team‑focused workplace culture

Why Join Beverlin?

We live our Leadership Covenants every day—Customer Fanatic, Ethics & Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Faith–Family–Work, and a passion for Winning Together. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating success, and creating a workplace where people can thrive, learn, and grow.