Laser Weld Engineer | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Muskegon, seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Muskegon that are adding Laser Weld Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate laser welding processes for various materials and applications.
• Program, calibrate, and troubleshoot laser welding systems, including robotics and vision systems.
• Conduct metallurgical analysis and root cause analysis for weld defects, implementing corrective actions.
• Design, qualify, and implement welding fixtures and tooling for precision assembly.
• Create and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including work instructions and control plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices for laser operation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial laser welding process development, optimization, and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in laser physics, beam delivery systems, and material interactions during laser welding of various metals and alloys.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, statistical process control (SPC), and continuous improvement methodologies for weld quality and yield.
• Familiarity with various industrial laser types (e.g., fiber, YAG, CO2) and their integration into automated manufacturing cells.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with robotic integration for automated welding processes.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency in advanced metrology techniques for weld characterization (e.g., optical profilometry, CT scanning).
• Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, C#) for data acquisition or analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Laser Welding Engineer, Welding Engineer, Laser Process Engineer, Advanced Welding Engineer, Materials Joining Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Development 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.