Posted 7 months ago
Structural Welders
AI Summary
Performs code-compliant structural welds on steel beams, columns, plate and supports for heavy industrial construction, reading blueprints and fitting members to dimensional tolerances. Works with structural fitters to ensure alignment before welding.
About this role
We are currently exploring potential candidates for an upcoming role at McDermott. While this position is not yet open for active recruitment, we want to connect with talented individuals who may be interested in future projects withs us. If you are passionate about building energy's future and want to be considered when this role becomes available, we encourage you to submit your details.
Job Overview:
The Structural Welder performs high-quality, code-compliant welds on structural steel components, plate, and miscellaneous supports. This role requires precision in fitting and welding to meet the load-bearing and alignment requirements of heavy industrial facility construction.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Minimum 3 years of industrial construction/maintenance industry experience.
- Valid weld certifications (or ability to certify) in FCAW and SMAW for plate and structural shapes.
- Strong ability to read and interpret complex structural steel blueprints and welding symbols.
- Prior experience with heavy construction, such as Ironworker or Boilermaker support on structural steel erection.
- Experience with automated or semi-automated structural welding systems.
- Certification in operating a man-lift or aerial work platform (AWP) for structural work at height.
- Prior experience on large-scale modular construction projects.
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Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibility:
- Independently execute groove and fillet welds on structural members (beams, columns, bracing) in all positions.
- Primarily use FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) and/or SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) processes.
- Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, detailing the assembly and required weld symbols.
- Work closely with Structural Fitters to ensure fit-up and alignment meet dimensional tolerances prior to welding.
- Ensure all structural welds comply with the American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 Structural Welding Code.
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