Welder - Experienced, Open Root GTAW

VPE Thermal, a subsidiary of Vacuum Process Engineering, is a world-renowned leader in microchannel heat exchanger design and manufacturing. Our company serves a wide range of industries with commercial products including power , chemical processing, oil/gas, nuclear and renewable energy with state-of-the-art heat exchangers. In addition to commercial products, we maintain a strong culture of internal R D with exciting projects using cutting edge manufacturing technology and design/analysis tools to invent the heat exchangers of tomorrow. Our current team at VPE Thermal is offering an opportunity for an experienced pipe and pressure vessel welder with a strong background in GTAW and FCAW processes.

Must be very skilled in open root GTAW with multi-passes using light to heavy wall thicknesses. Must be a team player and productive.

Pay Range: $30-35+ per hr. (depending on experience)

Job Description: As a welder at VPE Thermal, your primary role will include interpreting engineering blueprints and written instructions and turning them into welded hardware. Duties include:

• Layout/fit weldments according to specifications.
• Perform GTAW and FCAW processes in all positions including 6G.
• Weld mainly with stainless steel, thicknesses ranging from 1/16 inch to 1-1/2 inch.
• Perform open root GTAW with purge in 6G position. Understand and weld according to WPS specifications.
• Follow manufacturing routing instructions.
• Weld prep components including working with band saw, lathe, plasma cutter.
• NDE Testing includes Dye Penetrant, UT, and Helium Leak Detection.
• Rig and manipulate parts for position welding.

Required Experience:

• 3 years' experience or combination of experience and welding degree
• Understanding of geometry dimensional and tolerances

Desired Experience:

• Forklift operation.
• Crane operation.