Traveling Welder: TIG & Orbital Specialist

EMD Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

EMD Electronics in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Welder to support multiple projects across the US. You will operate a TIG Lathe and orbital welder to assemble mechanical components in a manufacturing setting, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and potential overtime.

This role requires traveling up to 80–90% to support sites, training, and strategic initiatives. You’ll read P&ID and drawings, verify materials against BOM, perform inspections, and maintain weld quality

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of hands-on TIG Lathe or Orbital welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform orbital GTAW tube welding, assembly, and installation of mechanical components onto sheet metal frames and enclosures.
• Check raw materials against BOM and arrange them per design drawing.
• Perform inspection and general tool maintenance.
• Apply welding symbols and ensure correct fit-up sequence.
• Read P&ID and mechanical drawings using computer interface.
• Adjust weld parameters with supervision to meet weld quality.
• Maintain certifications under applicable codes.

Skills

TIG welding

Orbital welding

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GTAW lathe

Job description

EMD Electronics in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Welder to support multiple projects across the US. You will operate a TIG Lathe and orbital welder to assemble mechanical components in a manufacturing setting, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and potential overtime.

This role requires traveling up to 80–90% to support sites, training, and strategic initiatives. You’ll read P&ID and drawings, verify materials against BOM, perform inspections, and maintain weld quality