Welding Engineer - Traverse City Area

Welding Engineer | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 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 Traverse City seeking Welding Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Traverse City region seeking Welding Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize welding processes to ensure product quality and efficiency.
• Develop and implement welding procedures and specifications.
• Select appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and techniques for specific applications.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Train and mentor welding personnel on best practices and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve welding-related issues.
• Manage welding projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in welding process selection, development, and optimization within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, joint design, and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Proficiency in relevant welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, ISO).
• Experience with CAD software for weldment design and analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with robotic welding systems and automation
• - Proficiency in advanced NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) methods beyond basic visual inspection
• - Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
• - Certification as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Specialist, Welding Supervisor, Welding Production Engineer, Manufacturing Welding Engineer, Process Welding Engineer, Welding Technology Engineer, Mechanical Welding Engineer, Structural Welding Engineer, Metallurgy Welding Engineer, Weld Quality Engineer, Welding Design Engineer, Welding Applications Engineer, Welding R&D Engineer, Welding Inspector, Welding Foreman, Welding Coordinator, Welding Manager, Welding Project 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.