Senior Welder

sstjobs; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Flexible Time off

Job summary

sstjobs in Torrance, CA seeks a Senior Welder to fabricate precision components for modular nuclear reactor systems. You will perform high-integrity welds on pressure vessels, piping and structural assemblies to nuclear-grade specifications.

You will read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols, set up GTAW/TIG, GMAW and SMAW processes, and coordinate with QA for NDE testing. Additionally you will mentor junior welders and maintain equipment on the fast-paced floor.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional welding experience in manufacturing, aerospace, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial environment.
• AWS Certified Welder with GTAW proficiency on stainless steel and exotic alloys.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Experience with ASME Section IX / B31.3 preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW/TIG, GMAW, and SMAW welds on carbon steel, stainless steel, and nickel alloys to nuclear-grade specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and drawings for pressure vessels and structural assemblies.
• Inspect welds and coordinate with QC for NDE testing.
• Maintain and calibrate welding equipment; select filler metals and shielding gases.
• Mentor junior welders and enforce shop safety, quality, and 5S standards.

Skills

GTAW (TIG) welding

GMAW welding

SMAW welding

Reading blueprints

ASME piping codes

QA/NDE coordination

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Welder to fabricate precision components for our modular nuclear reactor systems. You will perform high-integrity welds on pressure vessels, piping, and structural assemblies, working closely with engineering and quality teams to meet demanding nuclear-grade specifications.

Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: Up to $60/h depending on level of experience

Shift: Mon-Fri from 8 am to 5 pm

Comprehensive benefit: 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Retirement plan, Vision insurance, Flexible Time off and more!

Employment type: Full-time, Direct Placement

Key Responsibilities for Welder

• Perform GTAW/TIG, GMAW, and SMAW welds on carbon steel, stainless steel, and nickel alloys to nuclear-grade specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and engineering drawings for pressure vessels and structural assemblies.
• Perform in-process and final visual inspection of welds; coordinate with QC for NDE (dye penetrant, radiographic, ultrasonic) testing.
• Maintain and calibrate welding equipment; select correct filler metals, shielding gases, and parameters per WPS.
• Mentor junior welders and enforce shop safety, quality, and 5S standards on the floor.

Basic Qualifications for Welder

• 5+ years of professional welding experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial environment.
• AWS Certified Welder (or equivalent) with demonstrated proficiency in GTAW (TIG) on stainless steel and exotic alloys.
• Ability to read and work from complex engineering drawings, weld symbols, and WPS documentation.
• Experience with pressure vessel or code welding (ASME Section IX, B31.3, or similar) strongly preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment with evolving processes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a shop-floor setting with appropriate PPE.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience welding in nuclear, aerospace, or other highly regulated quality environments.
• Orbital welding experience for small-diameter precision tubing.
• Familiarity with ASME Section IX / Section III code welding and NDE processes.
• Prior experience standing up welding processes or procedures in a new manufacturing line.
• Forklift, overhead crane, or rigging certification