Laser Weld Engineer | Fremont, MI

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

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Fremont seeking Laser Weld Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Fremont seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate laser welding processes for new and existing products.
• Program, set up, and troubleshoot laser welding equipment, including robots and vision systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis for laser weld defects and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability and manufacturability of components.
• Establish and maintain process control parameters, work instructions, and comprehensive documentation for laser welding operations.
• Perform metallurgical analysis and mechanical testing of weld joints to assess quality and integrity.
• Provide technical expertise and support to production for complex laser welding issues and continuous improvement initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in laser welding process development, optimization, and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise with industrial laser welding technologies (e.g., fiber, Nd:YAG, CO2) and associated equipment.
• Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, material science, and common weld defects for various alloys.
• Proficiency in applying statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Experience with CAD software and the design of welding fixtures and tooling.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced metallurgical analysis and characterization techniques for laser welds.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for laser system programming and fixture design.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis for process optimization.
• Experience integrating laser welding with robotic or automated manufacturing cells.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Laser Engineer, Laser Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Advanced Welding Engineer, Laser Application Engineer, Weld Process Engineer

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.