Maritime Welder Technician – Shipbuilding & Autonomy

Saronic Technologies Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled welder to support ship construction and repair. You will perform carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless welds with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and multi-pass methods, in 3G/4G and 6G positions.

Expect on-site training, safety emphasis, and teamwork to meet stringent specifications. You will inspect weld quality, prepare surfaces, and work in tight, elevated spaces as part of a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Understand weld symbols and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Read specs and follow project drawings for welding tasks.
• Weld efficiently with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and multi-pass processes.
• Inspect welds for conformance and fix defects as needed.
• Knowledge of metals and effects of welding on materials.
• Assist in aloft work and confined-space operations.
• On-site training provided.

Responsibilities

• Complete carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless fillet and butt welds (3G/4G).
• Perform stainless and Cupro-Nickel pipe welds (6G).
• Self-assess quality and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain welding equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Weld on ship components like hulls, decks, frames.
• Prepare surfaces by grinding, cutting, and cleaning.
• Coordinate fit-up, tacking and weld sequences per specs.
• Work in overhead, vertical, and flat positions; use lifts as needed.
• Inspect equipment daily and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Welding symbols

Blueprints interpretation

Welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW)

Weld measurement & inspection

Materials knowledge (carbon steel, Al,

NDT awareness

Aloft and confined spaces

Safety training & PPE usage

Education

Welding certifications (3G/4G, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GMAW-P)

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring gauges

Torch and hoses

Grinding tools

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled welder to support ship construction and repair. You will perform carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless welds with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and multi-pass methods, in 3G/4G and 6G positions.

Expect on-site training, safety emphasis, and teamwork to meet stringent specifications. You will inspect weld quality, prepare surfaces, and work in tight, elevated spaces as part of a fast-paced shipyard environment.