Traveling Welder

About the role

EMD Electronics is a global supplier of high‑tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. The company is seeking experienced Welders to support existing projects within the US, operating TIG Lathe and Orbital welders in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a TIG Lathe and Orbital welder to assemble job orders in a manufacturing environment
• Perform orbital GTAW tube welding, assembly, and installation of mechanical components onto sheet metal plates and inside of sheet metal frames and enclosures on equipment
• Check raw materials and quantities against a bill of materials and arrange them according to a design drawing
• Perform inspection and general tool maintenance
• Apply welding symbols and maintain proper sequence of assembly and accuracy of fit‑up
• Use computer interface for reading/understanding P&ID and mechanical diagrams and drawings
• Work with supervision to adjust weld parameters to meet required weld quality
• Maintain all required certifications under applicable codes

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of hands‑on TIG Lathe or Orbital welding experience

Qualifications

• Self‑starting and motivated with good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced dynamic environment while following safety and process controls
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and engineering mechanical drawings

Skills

• Work in Clean/Weld room using heat‑resistant welding gloves and welding face shield
• Sit for up to 6 hours
• Maintain hand dexterity and stability for weld quality
• Lift up to 50 lbs. 5 times per day and transfer this weight to a cart either at the same level or down at knee height
• Push or pull carts on wheels (up to 200 lbs)
• Stand and kneel on ergonomic mats over concrete
• Use full range of motion with arms and legs
• Use hand, power tools, taps, wrenches, sockets, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures and simple measuring instruments

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21–$33 per hour. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors. The position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with potential overtime. The role requires supporting a travel schedule aligned with the project (up to 80%–90% travel), including occasional travel for training and strategic initiatives.