Precision TIG Welder for Prototyping & Short Runs

VDL USA Holding Inc; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VDL USA Holding Inc. seeks a skilled TIG Welder to support a high-mix, low-volume production environment. The role involves precision welding across custom parts, materials, and configurations, interfacing with engineering for prototypes and first-article builds.

The successful candidate will set up and operate TIG equipment, inspect welds for defects, read detailed blueprints, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced shop setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of TIG welding experience.
• 5+ years of welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Experience in job shop, prototype, or pilot production manufacturing strongly preferred.
• TIG welding certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on custom and low-volume components, frequently switching between part types, materials, and weld configurations.
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, weld symbols, engineering drawings, and work instructions; collaborate with engineering on prototype and first-article builds.
• Independently set up, adjust, and operate TIG welding equipment for short-run and custom jobs.
• Inspect welds for appearance, dimensional accuracy, and defects such as porosity, cracks, or lack of fusion.
• Troubleshoot welding challenges related to fit-up, material variation, or print ambiguity; communicate issues to team lead, engineers, or supervisors.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety procedures, including PPE use.

Skills

Advanced TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team communication

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years TIG welding experience

5+ years welding & fabrication preferred

TIG welding certification preferred

Job description

VDL USA Holding Inc. seeks a skilled TIG Welder to support a high-mix, low-volume production environment. The role involves precision welding across custom parts, materials, and configurations, interfacing with engineering for prototypes and first-article builds.

The successful candidate will set up and operate TIG equipment, inspect welds for defects, read detailed blueprints, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced shop setting.