Steampath Turbine Welder

MD&A; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

EAP

Safety footwear allowance

Job summary

MD&A in St. Louis, MO seeks an experienced welder to join our Repairs Division. The role focuses on diaphragm welds, blade ring repairs, and reading blueprints for precise layouts. Expect travel and a mix of TIG, MIG, and stick welds across power-generation components.

We require a high school diploma and welding training with level II/III experience. Opportunities include overtime, benefits, and growth within a world-class repair facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Welding vocational training or apprenticeship experience (level II/III)

Responsibilities

• Weld/Repair GE type diaphragms and Westinghouse blade rings.
• Reverse engineer and layout a diaphragm.
• Perform weld repairs with 410 SS and Inco.
• Weld repair all OEM type stationary blades.
• Perform stick weld repairs.
• Weld repair a tight throat, short pitch relative to diaphragm.
• Weld repair of nozzles.
• Westinghouse stationary blade repair in place in the unit.
• Weld repairing horizontal joints and shell fits.
• Erosion damage in the hood.
• Lashing lug weld repair.
• Perform silver solder repairs.

Skills

Leadership (level III)

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Welding vocational training

Tools

TIG welding

Stick welding

MIG and Sub-arc welding

Job description

Description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world-class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

Job Type

Full-time

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world-class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Weld/Repair GE type diaphragms and Westinghouse blade rings.
• Reverse engineer and layout a diaphragm.
• Perform weld repairs with 410 SS and Inco.
• Weld repair all OEM type stationary blades.
• Perform stick weld repairs.
• Weld repair a tight throat, short pitch, 70 partition per half diaphragm.
• Weld repair of nozzles.
• Westinghouse stationary blade repair in place in the unit, nozzle plates still in the shell.
• Weld repairing horizontal joints and shell fits.
• Erosion damage in the hood.
• Lashing lug weld repair.
• Perform silver solder repairs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED/Apprenticeship classes or trade school (all levels)
• Welding vocational school training or experience in TIG and stick welding – MIG and sub-arc welding is a plus (level II and III)

Experience Levels

I – no experience required

II – minimum 2 years of experience

III – minimum 5 years of experience

• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including internationally (all levels)
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours (all levels)
• Basic knowledge of welding procedures, practices, and techniques required to weld and/or fuse metals together (all levels)
• Familiar with Power Generation equipment (level II and level III)
• Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrates and mag particle (all levels)
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, etc. (all levels)
• Knowledge and ability to use common precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp, etc. (all levels)
• Knowledge of silver solder repairs (level III)
• Ability to read, understand, and follow company repair procedures and directions (all levels)
• Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, procedures, and other specifications (level III)
• Familiar with power generation equipment (level II and level III)
• Ability to weld in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions (level II and level III)
• Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and being able to determine scheduling time frame (level III).
• Ability to lead other diaphragm welders and supervise work being performed at the customer site (level III).
• Knowledge of arithmetic (all levels)
• Good visual and auditory acuity (all levels)
• Good oral and written communication skills (all levels).

Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution)
• Savings options: HSA/FSA programs available
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance + disability coverage
• Time off: Paid time off + paid holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + ID theft protection
• Wellness & safety perks: On-site ART (Active Release Techniques) sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel-toed boots
• Pay add-ons (as applicable): Overtime opportunity, shift/lead differential, travel pay
• Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need
• Recognition: Seasonal company sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A
• Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long-term demand

A Shop Tour

Repairs Division- St. Louis, MO: https://www.mdaturbines.com/resources/turbine-generator-repair-facility/

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