Laser Weld Engineer - East Lansing Area

Job Description:

Laser Weld Engineer | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,000 depending on experience

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

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Laser Weld Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize laser welding processes for new and existing products.
• Design and implement laser welding fixtures and tooling.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for welding defects.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure weldability and manufacturability.
• Conduct material characterization and mechanical testing of laser welded joints.
• Qualify new laser welding equipment and processes.
• Provide technical expertise and training to production personnel on laser welding techniques.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in laser welding processes and equipment within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in laser welding metallurgy, material interactions, and defect analysis.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and applying them to weld joint design and inspection.
• Experience with process development, optimization, and validation for laser welding applications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE).
• Knowledge of other welding processes (e.g., TIG, MIG) and their applications.
• Familiarity with robotics and automation in a manufacturing setting.
• Certification in laser safety or other relevant industrial safety standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design and analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Laser Welding Engineer, Weld Engineer, Welding Engineer, Process Engineer - Laser Welding, Manufacturing Engineer - Laser Welding, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Welding, Robotics Welding Engineer, Automation Welding Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

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: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Offers
• Robotics
• Access
• Support
• Development
• Welding
• Root Cause Analysis
• ROOT
• Analysis
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• SolidWorks
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Validation
• Mechanical Engineering
• Inspection
• Optimization
• Manufacturing
• Automation
• AutoCAD
• Materials
• Preparation
• Software
• Testing
• Design
• Engineering
• Science
• Training

Salary Package:
$ 85,000.00 - 125,000.00 (US Dollar)