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, dedicated to advancing digital living and being the trusted partner behind the companies. The company is seeking experienced Welders to support existing projects within the US. In this role you will work with MEGASYS®, which provides specialized on‑site support for gases, chemicals and slurries in semiconductor manufacturing environments, collaborating with other sites, participating in off‑site meetings, and engaging in occasional travel for training and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Work in a 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

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

Pay

$21‑$33 per hour (base pay range). Position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses.

Benefits

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

Schedule

Monday‑Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with potential overtime; up to 80%–90% travel required for the project, plus occasional travel for training and strategic initiatives.