Structural Welder – Shipbuilding (Certified)

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Newport News, VA is seeking welders trained in multiple welding processes to perform structural and pipe welds on ship construction projects.

You will learn through our state-of-the-art welding school and apply SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW techniques across production stages. Candidates must have welding certificates or related field diplomas, be able to pass a background check and drug screen, and meet physical agility and overtime requirements.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in Welding or related field.
• Ability to take measurements.
• Willing to undergo background check and drug screen.
• Able to pass a physical agility test.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding on steel foundations and joints in production.
• Use SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW welding processes as required.
• Complete nondestructive tests per inspection requirements (visual/magnetic/ultrasonic/radiographic).
• Receive additional training including certified visual inspection and related duties.

Skills

Measurements

Background check

Physical agility

Lifting 40 lbs

Outdoor work

Climb/stoop

Education

Welding certificate/diploma

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Newport News, VA is seeking welders trained in multiple welding processes to perform structural and pipe welds on ship construction projects.

You will learn through our state-of-the-art welding school and apply SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW techniques across production stages. Candidates must have welding certificates or related field diplomas, be able to pass a background check and drug screen, and meet physical agility and overtime requirements.