Test Welder & Lab Technician – QA/Conformance Testing

ESAB; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ESAB is seeking a Test Welder / Lab Technician to join the QA/Test Lab. You will weld test assemblies, prepare specimens, and operate lab equipment to evaluate weld quality and material properties for qualification tests and customer orders.

The role requires MIG, TIG, and Stick welding across multiple positions, knowledge of metals, and the ability to select appropriate welding parameters under governing specifications. Safety and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 5-8 years of job-related experience in welding.
• Requires excellent skills in all types of welding, knowledge of metals, ability to determine technique and equipment to be used.
• Must be able to weld MIG, TIG, and stick in all positions as applicable.
• Experience with Oxy-fuel process
• Needs to be familiar with our various specifications governing weld metal testing.
• Good knowledge of mathematics and /or mechanical aptitude.
• Computer use required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects related to welding of test assemblies for qualification and conformance testing of ESAB welding consumables for ASME SEC III Nuclear and Critical Navsea Military orders.
• Prepares own set up of machine, plate and weld specimens for completion of test.
• Welds test specimens in flat, vertical and overhead position to determine operating characteristics, chemical composition, radiographic quality, and mechanical properties.
• Selects the most effective parameters and technique to be used within the guidelines of the governing specification.
• Works with an engineer to evaluate quality of weld and conformance to requirements for customer sales testing, and research.
• Notifies supervisor or engineers of electrodes being tested that do not meet the weldability standards of ESAB.
• Operates a variety of laboratory equipment.
• Performs a variety of laboratory tests of materials.
• Assist supervision in scheduling flow of work and assurance that assignments are completed.
• Duties may vary, depending upon the area of work and the assignments of that area or areas.
• Other projects as directed by the Test Lab Supervisor.
• Adhere to all safe work practices and/or safety policies.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Welding techniques

Mathematics

Mechanical aptitude

Computer use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

5-8 years welding experience

Tools

Oxy-fuel process

Job description

ESAB is seeking a Test Welder / Lab Technician to join the QA/Test Lab. You will weld test assemblies, prepare specimens, and operate lab equipment to evaluate weld quality and material properties for qualification tests and customer orders.

The role requires MIG, TIG, and Stick welding across multiple positions, knowledge of metals, and the ability to select appropriate welding parameters under governing specifications. Safety and accuracy are essential.