Welding Engineer | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Manistee seeking Welding Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Manistee that are seeking skilled Welding Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement welding procedures (WPS) and qualifications (PQR) to ensure consistent quality and compliance with industry standards.
• Oversee welding operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, quality control measures, and production schedules.
• Select appropriate welding processes, equipment, and consumables for various manufacturing applications.
• Troubleshoot welding-related issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize defects and rework.
• Train and mentor welding personnel on best practices, new technologies, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to optimize weldments for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and structural integrity.
• Conduct regular audits of welding processes and equipment to ensure optimal performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and materials to enhance manufacturing capabilities and product quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) certification.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing welding procedures (WPS/PQR) in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of various welding processes (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW, FCAW) and their applications.
• Familiarity with welding metallurgy, heat treatment, and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, API).

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with robotic welding systems and programming.
• - Familiarity with advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• - Proven ability to implement lean manufacturing principles in a welding environment.
• - Certification in project management (e.g., PMP).
• - Experience with additive manufacturing (3D printing) of metal components.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Welding Specialist, Senior Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Supervisor, Welding Technology Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer - Welding, Fabrication Engineer, Structural Welding Engineer, Pipeline Welding Engineer, Pressure Vessel Welding Engineer, Welding Inspector, Certified Welding Inspector, Welding Quality Engineer, Welding Process Engineer, Welding Metallurgy Engineer, Welding Design Engineer, Welding Technology Specialist, Welding Project Engineer, Welding Research Engineer, Welding Applications Engineer, Welding Consultant, Welding Foreman, Welding Superintendent, Welding Technician (Senior/Lead

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.