Structural Welder - FCAW / GTAW

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform all work safely in compliance with Holtec safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Prepare, position, align, and fit materials for welding based on engineering drawings, work orders, and Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS)
• Execute FCAW welding in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions, as well as GTAW welding, ensuring high-quality welds
• Perform welding operations that meet visual, dimensional, and X-ray inspection standards
• Use measuring tools and layout techniques to verify part dimensions and tolerances
• Lay out, tack weld, heat-bend, clamp, grind, and bolt components to ensure proper alignment prior to final welding
• Maintain monitoring of fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent distortion or overheating
• Visually inspect welds for defects and ensure compliance with AWS standards and Holtec quality requirements
• Set up and operate manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding equipment, including FCAW, GTAW, SAW, and plasma arc systems
• Safely handle materials and components using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with housekeeping and safety standards

Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED is required
• 2–4 years of welding experience in a heavy plate manufacturing or industrial environment are required
• Demonstrated proficiency with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on carbon steel and stainless steel are required
• Ability to pass Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) weld tests in 2G (horizontal groove) and 3G (vertical groove) positions are required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical documentation are required
• Working knowledge of AWS (American Welding Society) standards and industry best practices are required
• Previous certification to ASME Section IX (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and/or AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) / AWS D1.6 (Stainless Steel) are preferred
• Experience in nuclear or high-spec industrial fabrication environments are preferred
• Multi-process welding experience (e.g., SMAW – Shielded Metal Arc Welding, GMAW – Gas Metal Arc Welding, SAW – Submerged Arc Welding) are a plus
• Familiarity with digital weld documentation and inspection tools are preferred
• Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, or travel as production needs require are required
• Must pass pre-employment weld tests administered in accordance with Holtec WPS requirements are required