Starship Pipe Welder: High-Impact Piping & Structures

SpaceX; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Pipe Welder for the Starship site in Texas. The role involves welding piping, structural steel, and facility equipment to support site construction and operations.

Requirements include 1+ year TIG welding experience per ASME B31.3, familiarity with process piping, and ability to read engineering drawings. Expect varied shifts, some overtime, and safety-focused work practices.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years TIG welding per ASME B31.3 normal/high-pressure service
• 1+ years in process piping environment using measurement tools

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments for construction and repair of site structures
• Fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for piping runs
• Plan welding operations under supervision using drawings/specifications
• Weld components using hand welding and flame-cutting equipment
• Visually inspect welds per AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3
• Maintain licenses or certifications as required
• Improve operations and cooperate with team
• Perform other duties to ensure efficient work environment

Skills

TIG welding

Piping welding

Structural welding

Read engineering drawings

Measuring tools

Job description

SpaceX is hiring a Pipe Welder for the Starship site in Texas. The role involves welding piping, structural steel, and facility equipment to support site construction and operations.

Requirements include 1+ year TIG welding experience per ASME B31.3, familiarity with process piping, and ability to read engineering drawings. Expect varied shifts, some overtime, and safety-focused work practices.