Sub Arc Welder - Day Shift

North-Shore-Steel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Steel is seeking a Sub Arc Girth Seam Welder for day shift in Houston. You will operate SAW equipment to weld full-circumference seams on rotating pipe and cylindrical products, ensuring weld integrity per code.

You’ll read WPS, review blueprints, and work closely with Quality and Production teams to address defects and optimize rotation-based welding. Ideal candidates have hands-on SAW experience in API/AWS/ASME environments, strong attention to detail, and the ability to maintain

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) on pipe or cylindrical components.
• Solid knowledge of girth seam welding and rotational welding processes.
• Ability to read Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and blueprints.
• Experience in API, AWS, and ASME standards.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate SAW equipment for girth seam welding on rotating pipe.
• Perform full-circumference welds with proper bead profiles.
• Set and adjust welding parameters to meet code requirements.
• Execute starts, stops, and tie-ins with minimal defects.
• Read WPS and weld symbols; collaborate with QA.

Skills

SAW welding

Girth seam welding

Rotational welding

Blueprint reading

WPS & symbols

API/AWS/ASME standards

12-hour shift

Tools

SAW equipment

Girth welding setup

Job description

North Shore Steel - Industrial Rd, 13935 Industrial Rd, Houston, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Sub Arc Welder – Girth Seam

Day Shift: 5:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Who We Are

At North Shore Steel and our affiliated companies, we produce large-diameter pipe and structural products that require precision welding to meet demanding industry standards.

Our girth seam welders play a critical role in final weld integrity, work that directly impacts quality, safety, and performance in the field.

If you’re a Sub Arc welder who understands full-circumference welds, tie-ins, and maintaining consistency through rotation, this is where your skillset stands out.

Position Summary

As a Sub Arc Girth Seam Welder, you will operate and manage Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) systems to complete girth seam welds on pipe and cylindrical products.

This role requires a high level of control and awareness, including managingrotation-based welding, maintaining consistent weld profiles, and executing clean tie-ins.

You will also support repair work when defects are identified, working closely with Quality and production teams.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for girth seam welding
• Perform full-circumference welds on rotating pipe or cylindrical components
• Set and adjust welding parameters to maintain proper penetration and bead profile per code requirements
• Execute clean starts, stops, and tie-ins with minimal defects
• Monitor weld performance throughout rotation and adjust as needed
• Read and interpret Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), blueprints, and weld symbols
• Perform carbon arc gouging and grinding to remove defects when required
• Prepare weld surfaces, including cleaning and fit-up verification
• Maintain welding equipment in safe, working conditions
• Keep work area clean, organized, and aligned with safety standards

What It Takes to Be Successful

• Proven experience with Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) in pipe or cylindrical applications
• Strong understanding of girth seam welding and rotational welding processes
• Ability to manage heat input and consistency across a full circumference
• Experience with tie-ins, starts/stops, and defect minimization
• Working knowledge of API, AWS, and ASME standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding schematics
• Experience identifying weld defects
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable and able to perform in a 12-hour shift environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience with large-diameter pipe girth welding
• Prior work in API-regulated environments
• Experience working alongside NDE (X-ray/UT) quality processes
• Experience welding tandem electrodes

Job Function Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setter, Operator and Tender

North Shore Steel - Industrial Rd, 13935 Industrial Rd, Houston, Texas, United States of America