Welding Engineering Technologist

Welding Engineer - Kentwood AreaWelding Engineer | Kentwood, MISalary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experienceAre you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineering? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Welding Engineers.We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region The Pivot Group Network serves. 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. The OpportunityWe are partnering with organizations in Kentwood that are seeking Welding Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and optimize welding procedures for manufacturing processes.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.Evaluate and qualify new welding technologies, equipment, and materials.Provide technical support and training to welding technicians and manufacturing personnel.Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and customer specifications.Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to welding quality and efficiency.Recommended QualificationsBachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on welding processes and metallurgy.AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng) or equivalent certification.Proficient in various welding processes (e.g., GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SMAW) and their application in production.Strong understanding of welding codes, standards, and specifications (e.g., AWS D1.Experience with welding automation, robotics, and advanced welding techniques.Bonus QualificationsAdditional certifications or trainingJob Titles That Should ApplyWelding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Principal Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Engineering Manager, Welding Specialist, Welding Technologist, Metallurgical Engineer (Welding), Materials Engineer (Welding), Fabrication Engineer, Joining Technologies Engineer, Robotics Welding Engineer, Automated Welding Engineer, NDT Engineer (Welding), QA/QC Welding Engineer, Research Welding Engineer, Process Welding Engineer, Manufacturing Welding EngineerWhy The Pivot Group NetworkThe Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Learn more at 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 at The Pivot Group Network 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.