Welder - RT UT

AAA-Canada; Quebec; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

AAA Academy access

Group insurance

Sick days

Career growth

Health & wellness program

Job summary

AAA-Canada is seeking an experienced RT/UT Welder to join the Nuclear Manufacturing team in a role focused on precision welding for pressure-retaining and nuclear-grade components. The candidate will ensure RT/UT acceptance, safety, and traceability across fabrication activities.

Responsibilities include welding using SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and GMAW on carbon, stainless, and low-alloy steels, reading drawings, and adhering to WPSs and ASME IX. Nuclear industry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, welding trade certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in Nuclear Manufacturing, Pressure Vessel Fabrication, Heavy Industrial Fabrication, Shipbuilding, or Power Generation.
• Demonstrated success producing welds that pass RT and UT inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of weld symbols, tolerances, and quality requirements.
• Experience working to documented WPSs, quality procedures, and fabrication standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workmanship quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using SMAW, GTAW (TIG), FCAW, and GMAW processes.
• Weld carbon steel, low-alloy steel, stainless steel, and other materials used in heavy fabrication and pressure-boundary applications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld maps, specifications, and welding procedures.
• Prepare, fit-up, tack, and weld components in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards.
• Produce welds that meet RT and UT acceptance requirements.
• Follow ASME Section IX welding procedures and qualification requirements.
• Ensure material identification and traceability throughout fabrication.
• Perform self-inspections and support quality control inspections.
• Assist with NDE activities including RT, UT, VT, PT, and MT inspections.
• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

SMAW (Stick)

GTAW (TIG)

FCAW

GMAW

Blueprint Reading

Weld Symbol Interpretation

Joint Preparation and Fit-Up

RT Acceptance Requirements

UT Acceptance Requirements

ASME Section IX

Quality Documentation & Traceability

Nuclear Safety Culture

Education

Technical diploma, welding trade certificate, or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced RT/UT Welder to join our Nuclear Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for performing precision welding on pressure-retaining and nuclear-grade components in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), ASME Code requirements, quality standards, and customer specifications.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of producing high-quality welds that consistently meet Radiographic Testing (RT) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT) acceptance criteria while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and traceability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding using SMAW, GTAW (TIG), FCAW, and GMAW processes.

• Weld carbon steel, low-alloy steel, stainless steel, and other materials used in heavy fabrication and pressure-boundary applications.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld maps, specifications, and welding procedures.

• Prepare, fit-up, tack, and weld components in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards.

• Produce welds that meet RT and UT acceptance requirements.

• Follow ASME Section IX welding procedures and qualification requirements.

• Ensure material identification and traceability throughout fabrication.

• Perform self-inspections and support quality control inspections.

• Assist with NDE activities including RT, UT, VT, PT, and MT inspections.

• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately and thoroughly.

• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, welding trade certificate, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in one or more of the following industries:

  • Nuclear Manufacturing

  • Pressure Vessel Fabrication

  • Heavy Industrial Fabrication

  • Shipbuilding

  • Power Generation

• Demonstrated success producing welds that pass RT and UT inspections.

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and engineering documentation.

• Strong understanding of weld symbols, tolerances, and quality requirements.

• Experience working to documented WPSs, quality procedures, and fabrication standards.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workmanship quality.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• ASME Section IX Welder Qualification.

• Current or previous CWB Welder Qualification.

• Experience welding pressure-retaining components.

• Experience working within nuclear quality programs.

• GTAW (TIG) root pass experience.

• Stainless steel and low-alloy steel welding experience.

• Experience supporting customer inspections and witness points.

• Overhead crane and rigging experience.

Technical Skills

• SMAW (Stick)

• GTAW (TIG)

• FCAW

• GMAW

• Blueprint Reading

• Weld Symbol Interpretation

• Joint Preparation and Fit-Up

• RT Acceptance Requirements

• UT Acceptance Requirements

• ASME Section IX

• Quality Documentation & Traceability

• Nuclear Safety Culture

Advantages and benefits

• Permanent employment offering stability and security.

• Access to AAA Academy for ongoing professional development.

• Use of high performance and quality equipment.

• Sick days to ensure your well-being.

• Comprehensive group insurance program.

• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.

• Stimulating work environment with major projects in the aerospace, ground transportation and defense sectors.

• Health and wellness program.

Start an exciting adventure with AAA Canada, where every application opens the door to new possibilities. We don't just look at your resume; we're interested in the person behind it, your unique strengths, your passions and your potential for excellence.