Structural Welder - Pulse Arc (Shipyard, OT)

Aerotek; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Structural Welder (Pulse Arc) for a contract role in Pascagoula, MS. The position requires 4 years of structural welding experience on shipyards, with work on aluminum and steel using pulse arc, MIG, and flux core processes.

You will interpret drawings, set up equipment, and maintain quality in a manufacturing environment. The role offers day/night shifts with OT, competitive hourly pay ($38–$55/hr) plus per diem.

Qualifications

• 4 years of structural welding experience on a shipyard is REQUIRED.
• Ability to interpret and follow engineering drawings, layouts, blueprints, and specifications.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust parameters for pulse arc, MIG, and flux core welding processes.
• Lay out, fit, and position components prior to welding to ensure alignment and fit-up.
• Maintain safety and clean work area in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding on aluminum and steel parts to required tolerances using pulse arc, MIG, and flux core processes.
• Interpret drawings, layouts, and specifications to determine weld locations and sequence.
• Set up equipment and adjust welding parameters for each job.
• Lay out, fit, and position components prior to welding for accurate alignment.
• Inspect welds visually and with basic measurement tools to verify quality.
• Monitor product quality according to quality procedures.
• Perform fabrication tasks such as cutting, grinding, and preparing materials.
• Maintain organized and safe work area following all safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to resolve weld quality issues.
• Document work performed including measurements and inspection results.

Skills

Pulse Arc

MIG Welding

Flux Core

Aluminum & Steel

Reading Blueprints

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Structural Welder (Pulse Arc) for a contract role in Pascagoula, MS. The position requires 4 years of structural welding experience on shipyards, with work on aluminum and steel using pulse arc, MIG, and flux core processes.

You will interpret drawings, set up equipment, and maintain quality in a manufacturing environment. The role offers day/night shifts with OT, competitive hourly pay ($38–$55/hr) plus per diem.