Pipe Welder/Fitter

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A global energy company is seeking a skilled individual to assemble, weld, install, and maintain piping systems in an industrial setting. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience and a journeyman-level certification. Responsibilities include interpreting piping drawings and ensuring compliance with stringent ASME codes. This full-time position is based in Sedalia, MO, with no travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of pipe welding and fitting experience in industrial/manufacturing.
• Journeyman-level pipefitting or welding certification.
• Familiarity with ASME welding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interpret 2D and 3D piping drawings for installation.
• Cut, fit, weld, and assemble pipe spools.
• Conduct inspections and hydrostatic testing.

Skills

Pipe welding experience

Interpreting piping drawings

Precision fitting and welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Forklifts

Hand tools

Job description

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

Assemble, weld, install, and maintain piping systems and related equipment for manufacturing and industrial production systems. This role involves interpreting complex drawings, performing precision pipe fitting and welding primarily on Small-Bore Stainless-Steel Piping, and ensuring that all work meets stringent ASME codes, safety requirements, and quality standards.Assemble, weld, install, and maintain piping systems and related equipment for manufacturing and industrial production systems. This role involves interpreting complex drawings, performing precision pipe fitting and welding primarily on Small-Bore Stainless-Steel Piping, and ensuring that all work meets stringent ASME codes, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Please note this is full-time day shift position 100% based at our facility in Sedalia, MO. As such, there are no travel requirements or per diems.

Position Responsibilities

• Read and interpret 2D and 3D piping drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and ASME code specifications to plan fabrication and installation of piping systems.
• Cut, fit, weld, and assemble pipe spools and components to specified dimensions and tolerances using appropriate tools and welding processes in compliance with ASME requirements.
• Maintain accurate weld maps and documentation for all fabricated pipe spools and assemblies, ensuring traceability for ASME code compliance.
• Requisition and manage tools, equipment, and materials necessary for each project phase, coordinating with supervisors and procurement as needed.
• Install pipe supports, valves, flanges, couplings, and fittings to connect piping systems to machinery, tanks, pumps, and process equipment per ASME B31.1/B31.3 standards.
• Conduct inspections, hydrostatic testing, and other quality verification procedures to ensure systems meet ASME and customer specifications.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, environmental, and quality control policies and procedures.
• Precision pipe fitting and welding primarily on Small-Bore Stainless-Steel Piping

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of pipe welding and fitting experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Journeyman-level pipefitting or welding certification (or equivalent training and experience).
• Familiarity with ASME welding procedures and B31 piping codes.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Candidate must also pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven ability to troubleshoot piping system and equipment issues.
• Experience reading and interpreting P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and isometric piping drawings.
• Working knowledge of ASME, AWS, and other relevant welding and piping codes.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, process controls, and plant utilities.
• Proficiency in using welding and pipefitting tools, measuring instruments, and related equipment.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various environmental conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and use of PPE (hard hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection).

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to walk manufacturing and construction sites, climb ladders and stairs, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in a variety of positions (standing, kneeling, overhead).
Daily use of welding equipment, forklifts, hand tools, and computers for job documentation and communication.

• Ability to walk manufacturing and construction sites, climb ladders and stairs, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in a variety of positions (standing, kneeling, overhead).
Daily use of welding equipment, forklifts, hand tools, and computers for job documentation and communication. Essential Job Functions
• Ability to walk manufacturing and construction sites, climb ladders and stairs, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in a variety of positions (standing, kneeling, overhead).
• Daily use of welding equipment, forklifts, hand tools, and computers for job documentation and communication.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.