Tig Welder II/III

Ascentec-Engineerin; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k with company match

Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement

Paid time off / paid holidays

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Job summary

Ascentec Engineering is seeking a TIG Welder II/III to join our on‑site team in Oregon. You will weld high-purity aluminum semiconductor parts, following CAD prints, and maintain safety and quality throughout quick-turn prototype and mid-volume production runs.

The role requires 4–5 years of aluminum welding experience, blueprint reading skills, and proficiency with calipers and micrometers. Strong teamwork and a commitment to accuracy are essential in our fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of Aluminum welding experience preferred
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Operate precision measuring devices (calipers, micrometers)
• Experience with stainless steel, titanium, aluminum is preferred
• Strong safety, quality, and teamwork mindset

Responsibilities

• Create quality welds according to CAD prints
• Inspect welds for accuracy and workmanship standards
• Prepare parts by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting metal pieces
• Maintain welding equipment and change wires as needed
• Package and move finished products to proper locations
• Ensure safe setup and operation of equipment and use of safety devices
• Perform first piece and subsequent inspections per standards
• Cross-train as back-up in other areas

Job description

Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring! We are looking for a Tig Welder to join our team.The Welder II/III has primary responsibility for TIG welding of high purity Aluminum Semiconductor parts. Each job must be run with safety, accuracy, and timeliness in the welding area for CNC machining of quick turn prototype and mid-level volume production parts.

Weekend Day Shift: Friday through Sunday, 5 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

This position is on site (not remote/not hybrid) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: To include but not limited to the following:

• Create quality welds according to CAD prints (per weld notes/specifications)
• Inspect welds for accuracy, robustness, and workmanship standards
• Prepare product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting steel/aluminum parts
• Change wire, tanks and maintain welding equipment as needed
• Responsible for the proper packaging, identifying, and moving of all finished products to the proper location
• Ensure all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use
• Performs first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required by internal and customer standards
• Perform simple maintenance and repairs as required

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will be required to cross-train as back-up in other areas of the manufacturing plant
• Required to have proper and accurate entry into the time and attendance system
• Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong preference given to candidates with experience welding Semiconductor showerheads and pedestals components
• 4-5 years of Aluminum welding experience preferred
• Position requires good mathematical ability and the ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Position requires the ability to operate precision measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, etc...
• Experienced with a variety of metals (stainless steel, titanium, aluminum) is preferred

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Flexible / Detail Oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Positive customer focused attitude
• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment
• Honest with stellar integrity
• Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations
• Flexible and willing to help others as needs and tasks change often
• Team player

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in a machine shop environment.
• May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed.
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:

• $25 to $40 an hour DOE
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off / paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.