Field Welder

Aalo Atomic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aalo Atomics is seeking a Field Welder to join our Field Operations team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on precision welding, fabrication, installation, and field support across multiple sites.

You will read engineering drawings, weld symbols, and procedures to ensure quality work and safety on every assignment. Based in the United States, you will travel to project locations, operate basic heavy equipment when qualified, and contribute to a growing program that advances nuclear microreactor

Qualifications

• Develop and maintain proficiency in GTAW (TIG) and GMAW (MIG) welding.
• Read and interpret fabrication prints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to operate basic heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate in field using qualified processes and procedures.
• Perform welding on stainless and carbon steel per drawings and specs.
• Travel to various work locations to support Field Operations.
• Read fabrication prints and weld symbols to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain safety, quality, and organization on site.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Stainless steel

Carbon steel

Reading drawings

Job description

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the role

The Field Welder is expected to be a versatile Field Operations professional who continually develops new technical skills as Aalo Atomics' needs expand and change. Welding is the primary technical discipline of the role, but Field Welders are not expected to only weld. They must possess basic mechanical aptitude, be capable of supporting general field work, and be willing to operate basic heavy equipment and material-handling equipment when qualified and assigned.

What you'll do

The Field Welder is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Field Operations Department by performing high-quality welding, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and field support activities. This position requires travel to various work locations and the ability to perform precision welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and other materials in accordance with approved procedures, engineering drawings, and work instructions.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform precision welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and other materials using qualified processes and approved procedures.
• Execute welding, fabrication, repair, fit-up, and installation activities in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, work instructions, and applicable procedures.
• Travel to company facilities, project sites, vendor locations, and other work locations as required to support Field Operations activities.
• Read and interpret fabrication prints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, procedures, and technical work instructions.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned work in a safe, accurate, and disciplined manner.
• Inspect completed work for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and conformance with the applicable procedure or work instruction.
• Assist with equipment installation, assembly, maintenance, testing, material movement, and other field support activities as project needs dictate.
• Operate basic heavy machinery, material-handling equipment, power tools, and field support equipment when trained, qualified, and assigned.
• Support the setup, organization, housekeeping, and maintenance of field work areas, tools, welding equipment, and materials

Qualifications and Professional Development

• Qualify, maintain, and expand proficiency in welding processes and materials as required by company needs and project assignments.
• Develop and maintain capability in processes such as GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), stainless steel welding, carbon steel welding, and additional welding processes introduced by the company.
• Learn and master new welding methods, equipment, tooling, and field processes as projects and company requirements evolve.
• Cross-train in field disciplines outside of welding and develop practical skills that increase the flexibility and capability of the Field Operations team.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, accept coaching, and pursue qualifications needed to support changing operational requirements.

Operational Expectations

• Maintain strong basic mechanical aptitude and apply practical problem-solving skills to field work.
• Work effectively as part of a field team and support tasks outside the traditional scope of welding when needed to accomplish project objectives.
• Adapt to changing priorities, work environments, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Maintain a professional, safety-conscious, and quality-focused approach while representing Aalo Atomics at all work locations.
• Place team effectiveness and project success above narrow trade boundaries; the ability to learn and apply new skills is valued more highly than mastery of a single task or process.

Position Philosophy

A Field Welder's job is to support and promote the success of Field Operations and Aalo Atomics as a whole. The strongest field teams are built from people who can learn quickly, adapt to new challenges, and contribute across multiple disciplines. Welding expertise is essential, but versatility, mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and a continuous-learning mindset are equally important to success in this role.

Requirements:

• Based in the United States
• Willing to work on-sitein Austin, TX

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on technical experience
• Paid Time Off

Additional Information:

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.