Laser Weld Engineer - Walker Area

Laser Weld Engineer | Walker, MI

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

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Walker seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Walker region seeking Laser Weld 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

• Develop, optimize, and qualify laser welding processes for manufacturing applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve laser welding process, equipment, and quality issues.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and calibration of laser welding systems.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability and manufacturability of components.
• Establish and implement quality control measures, inspection techniques, and NDT methods for laser welded products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laser welding efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical expertise and training to production staff on laser welding operations and safety protocols.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of direct experience developing and optimizing industrial laser welding processes (e.g., fiber, Nd:YAG, CO2).
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, material science, and weldability of various metals and alloys.
• Proven experience with laser welding process development, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with weld fixture design principles, automation integration, and robotic programming for laser welding applications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with robotic programming or automation systems for laser welding cells.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Familiarity with advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods beyond visual inspection (e.g., CT scanning, eddy current).
• Experience with simulation software for thermal, stress, or optical analysis related to welding.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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