Jobs · Engineering · Michigan

Manufacturing Engineer – Welding & Fabrication

Beverlin Manufacturing · Grand Rapids, MI · 3 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

  • Welding Process Ownership
  • Create and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and supporting documentation.
  • Evaluate customer drawings and specifications for manufacturability.
  • Serve as a technical mentor for welders and trainers to support skill development and craftsmanship.
  • Provide direct shop-floor support to welders, supervisors, and production personnel.
  • Troubleshoot daily production issues related to safety, weld quality, dimensional stability, fixturing, productivity, scrap, and rework.
  • Perform weld trials and process validation activities.
  • Identify and implement process improvements through fixture design, weld sequencing, and workflow optimization.
  • Lead projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering, Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field preferred
  • 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a welding or fabrication environment
  • Demonstrated hands-on welding knowledge and troubleshooting capability
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven mindset
  • Able to effectively communicate and collaborate with production teams
  • Experience supporting high-mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing operations
  • Strong understanding of: PFMEA, control plans, and process validation, Lean manufacturing principles, Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving, Weld symbols, blueprint reading, and GD&T, Weld fixture design and process development, GTAW (TIG), spot, and projection welding, Strong hands-on welding ability and proven troubleshooting capability
  • Able to build credibility with production teams through practical, shop-floor knowledge
  • Strong communication and training skills, with the ability to coach and develop others
  • Able to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams
  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost

Required

  • Preferred/Value-Added
  • AWS certifications (CWI, CWE, CWEng)
  • Experience with AWS welding codes (D1.1, D1.2, D17.1)
  • CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar)
  • Experience welding Aluminum 5052 and 3003

Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Retail savings plan
  • Professional growth and career development opportunities
  • Supportive, inclusive, and team-focused workplace culture

Why Join Beverlin?

  • We live our Leadership Covenants every day—Customer Fanatic, Ethics & Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Faith–Family–Work, and a passion for Winning Together.
  • We believe in supporting one another, celebrating success, and creating a workplace where people can thrive, learn, and grow.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time, 5-day onsite role

Additional Information

  • This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.
  • It is not eligible for the H-1B lottery and isn't eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

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