Laser Weld Engineer - Grand Rapids Area

Job Description

Job Description

Laser Weld Engineer | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Rapids 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 new and existing products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve laser weld quality issues, equipment malfunctions, and production bottlenecks.
• Design, procure, and implement welding fixtures and tooling to ensure part accuracy and repeatability.
• Conduct metallurgical analysis and inspect weld integrity to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Manage and maintain laser welding equipment, including preventative maintenance, calibration, and upgrades.
• Create and update detailed process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless product launch and continuous improvement.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with industrial laser welding systems, including process development and optimization.
• Strong understanding of laser welding principles, beam delivery systems, optics, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in metallurgy, material science, and weld defect analysis across various metal alloys.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot laser welding equipment and resolve process-related quality issues.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience integrating laser welding processes with robotic systems and automation.
• Proficiency in advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods for weld quality analysis.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (e.g., FEA) for weld design and optimization.
• Knowledge of metallurgy for exotic alloys or dissimilar material welding applications.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Laser Weld Engineer, Welding Engineer, Laser Process Engineer, Weld Process Engineer, Laser Manufacturing Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Senior Laser Weld 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.