Welding Engineer - Cadillac Area

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Welding Engineer | Cadillac, MI Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in welding engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Welding Engineers. The Opportunity We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Cadillac that are seeking skilled Welding Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals. Key Responsibilities Oversee and optimize welding processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety standards are met. Develop and implement welding procedures, specifications, and work instructions. Select appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and techniques for various manufacturing applications. Conduct root cause analysis of welding defects and implement corrective actions. Train and mentor welding personnel on best practices, safety protocols, and new technologies. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability of product designs. Monitor and control welding parameters to maintain consistent weld quality and mechanical properties. Stay abreast of new welding technologies, materials, and industry advancements. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) certification. Proven experience with various welding processes (e.g., SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, SAW, FCAW). Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, codes, and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME, API). Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and interpretation of results. Proficiency in welding procedure specification (WPS) development and qualification. Bonus Qualifications - Experience with advanced welding processes such as laser welding, electron beam welding, or friction stir welding. - Familiarity with welding automation and robotic systems integration. - Knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and their application in welding quality control. - Certification in welding inspection (e.g., CWI, CWE). - Experience with welding simulation software for process optimization. Job Titles That Should Apply Welding Engineer, Senior Welding Engineer, Lead Welding Engineer, Welding Supervisor, Welding Inspector, Welding Quality Engineer, Welding Process Engineer, Fabrication Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer (Welding Focus), Structural Welding Engineer, Pipeline Welding Engineer, Marine Welding Engineer, Aerospace Welding Engineer, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Welding Technology Specialist, Welding Consultant, Metal Fabricator (Engineering), Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Engineer (Welding), Welding Design Engineer, Production Welding 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.

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