Pipe Welder (Night Shift)

SpaceX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Wisconsin is seeking a Night Shift Pipe Welder to perform welding on site structures. You will read drawings, prepare components, and weld using TIG and related processes under supervision to ensure safety and quality.

Candidates should have 2+ years TIG/GTAW, high school diploma, and a willingness to obtain required licenses. The role requires endurance for night hours, exposure to outdoor conditions, and a focus on precision and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of TIG (GTAW) welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments for construction and repair of site structural stands.
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects; fabricate metal components to spec.
• Analyze drawings and specs to plan welding when procedures unavailable.
• Use hand welding and flame-cutting to assemble structural forms.
• Visually inspect welds per AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 after training.
• Maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required.
• Improve operations and reduce turnaround times while coordinating with team.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Skills

SMAW

GMAW

FCAW

Oxy-acetylene

Fitting

Arc gouging

AWS/ASME codes

Safety awareness

Precision measuring

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years GTAW/TIG experience

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PIPE WELDER (NIGHT SHIFT)

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms
• Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
• Utilize hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms
• Ability to visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3 (normal and high-pressure service) with proper training
• Obtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on program needs
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience with tungsten inert gas (TIG) or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) welding

Preferred Skills And Experience

• 5+ years of experience using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxy-acetylene, fitting, and arc gouging related to the trade
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering requirements
• Experience with standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Knowledge of arc air procedures and equipment
• Experience with precision measuring instruments
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Additional Requirements

• Typical hours for this position, excluding overtime, are 6:00 pm – 6:00 am
• Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Valid driver’s license
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 and 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 and 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. The candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affiative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].