Laser Weld Engineer – Portage Area

Laser Weld Engineer | Portage, MI

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

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Portage area seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Laser Weld Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Portage in Kalamazoo County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Three Rivers, Schoolcraft, Vicksburg, and Constantine.

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Portage area seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

• Develop and optimize laser welding processes for production parts.
• Set weld parameters and document process settings.
• Run trials and evaluate weld quality through visual and destructive testing.
• Troubleshoot weld defects and root causes on the line.
• Support fixture and tooling design for laser weld applications.
• Train operators and technicians on weld procedures.
• Maintain process documentation and work instructions.
• Coordinate with quality and production teams on continuous improvement.

• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in welding, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with laser welding systems in a production setting.
• Knowledge of weld metallurgy and joint design.
• Experience with weld inspection methods and quality standards.

• Familiarity with AWS or ISO weld codes.
• Background in automotive or aerospace manufacturing.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with weld simulation or process modeling software.
• Experience with robotic laser welding cells.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The Pivot Group Network 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:
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$ 80,000.00 –  (US Dollar)