Skilled Welder (Aluminium/Steel)

Prattwhitney; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of annual leave

Competitive compensation package

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Wolverhampton is seeking a skilled TIG Welder to perform welding on aluminium and steel products. The role involves reading engineering drawings and conducting weld inspections to meet aerospace standards.

Ideal candidates will have NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications in welding and proven experience, particularly with thin gauge sheet metal. The position includes benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, healthcare, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a TIG Welder with significant experience in aluminium.
• Familiarity with thin gauge sheet metal welding 0.5 – 3.5mm.
• Experience working to high tolerance and certified standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding and brazing on aluminium/Steel products.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Conduct inspection on welds to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Experience with aluminium products

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in welding & fabrication

Job description

What You Will Do

• Perform TIG welding and brazing on aluminium/Steel products.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to execute welds accurately.
• Set-up and operate TIG welding equipment safely to ensure optimum performance.
• Conduct inspection on welds to ensure they meet company and aerospace standards.
• Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines.
• Continue ongoing internal and external training to welding certification requirements.
• Ensure working environment is clean, organised and meets safety and company standards.

Shift Schedule

• Morning: 6:00 AM–1:45 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 6:00 AM–12:00 PM (Friday).
• Afternoon: 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 12:15 PM–5:15 PM (Friday).

What We Offer

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 9 public holidays.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Support for professional fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including a healthcare cash plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Work/life balance programs.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Referral bonus program.
• Free on-site parking.
• Death‑in‑service benefit.
• Generous employer‑contribution pension scheme.

What You Will Learn

• Access to company‑paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high‑impact projects and initiatives.
• Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
• Experience: Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands‑on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds or similar vocational qualification in welding & fabrication or relevant engineering subject. Time served will also be considered depending on relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a TIG Welder with significant experience with aluminium products.
• Familiar with thin gauge sheet metal welding 0.5 – 3.5mm.
• Experience working to high tolerance.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working to certified or highly regulated standards (preferred).
• Welding certification standards would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in aerospace, motorsport or similar industries is advantageous (preferred).

Security Clearance & Export License

• This role may involve access to export‑controlled information and hardware.
• An export license may be required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and, if applicable, the completion of a non‑disclosure agreement.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.