Welder in Slough

Energy Jobline ZR; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Slough is seeking a skilled TIG Welder / Sheet Metal Fabricator to join our production team. You will fabricate, weld, and finish thin-gauge components to exacting standards.

You must read blueprints, control heat to prevent burn-through, and maintain a clean, safe working environment on site. This role demands precision and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with GTAW/TIG welding on thin-gauge sheet metal.
• Strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills.
• Ability to control heat to prevent burn-through and warping.

Responsibilities

• TIG Welding: Perform high-precision GTAW/TIG welding on thin-gauge sheet metal (0.5mm–3mm) in stainless steel, aluminum and carbon steel.
• Fabrication & assembly: Set up, clamp, tack-weld and assemble parts per blueprints and welding symbols.
• Material prep & finishing: Degrease, clean, brush and prep joints; finish welds to specified surface standards.
• Machine setups: Adjust TIG machine parameters (amperage, HF, pulse, shielding gas).
• Quality & tolerance: Inspect welds for penetration, porosity, undercut; ensure tolerances.
• Safety & maintenance: Keep workspace clean; perform daily maintenance on torches and equipment.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Education

Welding qualification

Tools

TIG welding equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: TIG Welder / Sheet Metal Fabricator

Department: Manufacturing / Production

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled TIG Welder / Sheet Metal Fabricator to join our production team. You will be responsible for fabricating, fitting, and welding high-quality thin-gauge sheet metal assemblies (primarily stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel). The ideal candidate has precise torch control, strong blueprint-reading skills, and expert knowledge of heat management to prevent burn-through or warping on thin materials.

Key Responsibilities

• TIG Welding: Perform high-precision GTAW/TIG welding on thin-gauge sheet metal (typically 0.5mm to 3mm / 24 ga to 11 ga) in stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.
• Fabrication & Assembly: Set up, clamp, tack-weld, and assemble components according to engineering blueprints, schematic drawings, and welding symbols.
• Material Prep & Finishing: Degrease, clean, brush, and prep joints prior to welding; dress, grind, blend, and finish completed welds to specified surface standards (e.g., cosmetic/architectural finishes or sanitary specs).
• Machine Setups: Adjust TIG machine parameters (amperage, high frequency, pulse, shielding gas flow, tungsten selection) tailored to material type and thickness.
• Quality & Tolerance Control: Inspect finished welds for penetration, porosity, undercut, and alignment using precision measuring instruments. Maintain strict tolerance limits.
• Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a clean workspace, perform daily preventative maintenance on welding torches and equipment, and adhere to all OSHA/PPE safety protocols.