Machining Services Welder

MD&A; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) program with company match

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA / FSA programs available

EAP

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC in St. Louis, MO is seeking a skilled welder to join our Repairs Division and tackle diaphragm and blade repair projects.

You will perform TIG and stick welding on turbine components, reverse engineer diaphragms, and repair nozzles, while following precise repair procedures. Candidates should have welding training or experience (level II/III), be able to read blueprints, and be willing to travel up to 50%, including international trips, with occasional

Qualifications

• Welding vocational training or experience in TIG and stick welding – MIG and sub-arc welding is a plus (level II and III).
• Read and follow complex repair procedures and blueprints for turbine components.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (including internationally) and work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Weld/Repair GE type diaphragms and Westinghouse blade rings.
• Reverse engineer and layout a diaphragm.
• Perform weld repairs with 410 SS and Inco.
• Weld repair all OEM type stationary blades.
• Perform stick weld repairs.
• Weld repair a tight throat, short pitch, 70 partition per half diaphragm.
• Weld repair of nozzles.
• Westinghouse stationary blade repair in place in the unit, nozzle plates still in the shell.
• Weld repairing horizontal joints and shell fits.
• Erosion damage in the hood.
• Lashing lug weld repair.
• Perform silver solder repairs.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Supervising / leadership

Manual dexterity

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Apprenticeship classes or trade school

Tools

Arc welder

Grinder

Chipping hammer

Tape measure

Level

Square

Job description

Description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world‑class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

Job Type

Full‑time

Responsibilities

• Weld/Repair GE type diaphragms and Westinghouse blade rings.
• Reverse engineer and layout a diaphragm.
• Perform weld repairs with 410 SS and Inco.
• Weld repair all OEM type stationary blades.
• Perform stick weld repairs.
• Weld repair a tight throat, short pitch, 70 partition per half diaphragm.
• Weld repair of nozzles.
• Westinghouse stationary blade repair in place in the unit, nozzle plates still in the shell.
• Weld repairing horizontal joints and shell fits.
• Erosion damage in the hood.
• Lashing lug weld repair.
• Perform silver solder repairs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED / Apprenticeship classes or trade school (all levels).
• Welding vocational school training or experience in TIG and stick welding – MIG and sub‑arc welding is a plus (level II and III).

Experience Levels

• I – no experience required.
• II – minimum 2 years of experience.
• III – minimum 5 years of experience.

Additional Qualifications

• Willingness to travel up to 50% (including internationally).
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and after‑hours.
• Basic knowledge of welding procedures, practices, and techniques required to weld and/or fuse metals together.
• Familiar with Power Generation equipment (level II and III).
• Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrates and mag particle.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to use common precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp.
• Knowledge of silver solder repairs (level III).
• Ability to read, understand, and follow company repair procedures and directions.
• Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, procedures, and other specifications (level III).
• Ability to weld in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions (level II and III).
• Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and determining scheduling time frame (level III).
• Ability to lead other diaphragm welders and supervise work being performed at the customer site (level III).
• Knowledge of arithmetic.
• Good visual and auditory acuity.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution).
• Savings options: HSA / FSA programs available.
• Protection: Company‑paid life insurance + disability coverage.
• Time off: Paid time off + paid holidays.
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + ID theft protection.
• Wellness & safety perks: On‑site ART sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel‑toed boots.
• Pay add‑ons (as applicable): Overtime opportunity, shift/lead differential, travel pay.
• Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need.
• Recognition: Seasonal company‑sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A.
• Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long‑term demand.

A Shop Tour

Repairs Division – St. Louis, MO: https://www.mdaturbines.com/resources/turbine-generator-repair-facility/

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