Welding Engineer - Contract
Disher
Portage, MI · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
Welding Engineer - Contract DISHER is seeking a Welding Engineer to support a 2-year project onsite in Portage MI. Welding Engineer will support new weld fixtures, qualification of components during part specific programs, and support weld qualification process for new line.
What it's like to work here: Make a positive difference! It’s why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave this world better than we found it.
What you will get to do:
Project Support (Welding Operations)
Execute welding engineering tasks aligned with build schedules and manufacturing milestones.
Support development, qualification, and documentation of production welding processes.
Assist with technical reviews, feasibility assessments, and readiness activities for welded subassemblies.
Sustaining Support (Existing Welding Operations)
Troubleshoot production issues, including process deviations, equipment concerns, and material inconsistencies.
Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for weld-related defects or quality issues.
Maintain weld procedures, parameters, and documentation under engineering guidance.
Provide day-to-day support to operators and technicians across multiple welding stations or lines
Cross-Line Welding Support
Respond promptly to weld engineering requests across product lines.
Balance multiple tasks while following welding engineering team direction.
Ensure consistent application of welding standards, parameters, and safety protocols across all supported lines.
Technical Direction and Collaboration
Follow technical guidance from welding engineers and contribute to engineering discussions as appropriate.
Proactively communicate status updates, risks, and emerging issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams: manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and quality engineering.
Safety, Compliance, and Quality
Adhere to internal welding standards, safety requirements, and applicable codes (e.g., AWS, ISO) as directed.
Support quality inspections and documentation, including weld symbol interpretation, visual inspection, and process verification.
Maintain accurate records of work, weld trials, and process adjustments.
What will make you successful:
Bachelor's degree in Weld Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Metallurgical Engineering, or related Engineering degree.
Intermediate to advanced Welding Engineer.
Experience with weld fixture design and qualification.
Experience with component qualification within part-specific weld programs.
Deep understanding of weld qualification process for automated weld cells.
Prior experience in the medical device, aerospace, or automotive industries.