Welder

EMD Curtiss Wright Electro Mechanical; Cheswick (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

EMD Curtiss Wright Electro Mechanical in Cheswick, PA is seeking a Welder to perform metal-joining operations at our Pittsburgh location. You will read drawings, set up welding equipment, and weld to specifications across positions while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires handling of various welding processes, surface preparation, and defect inspection. A high school diploma plus a certified welding program is expected, with DoD clearance eligibility a plus and on-site

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearances.
• Experience with all welding materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• High school graduate with certified welding program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform metal-joining operations per established procedures.
• Prepare surfaces and position parts for welding per drawings.
• Set up welding equipment and fixtures; follow process specifications.
• Inspect and grind welds, remove slag, and prepare for penetrant testing.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and document welding sequences.

Skills

Welding materials

Ferrous & non-ferrous

AC/DC welding

Safety compliance

Blueprints & drawings

Education

High school graduate

Certified welding program

Tools

Manual welding machines

Sub-arc equipment

Torches

Gauges & measuring tools

Job description

We are looking for a Welder to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location.

Your Responsibilities

Perform a variety of metal-joining operations on assemblies, subassemblies and components using established manufacturing procedures. Receive job assignments at workstation with work instructions, drawings, sketches and other necessary information, including additional oral or written instructions from as necessary. Examine instructions, noting specifications and requirements. Obtain all necessary fixtures, tools and related equipment. Prepare surfaces, assemble and position parts as required to be welded, also including layout, assembly and fabrication to drawing requirements. Mount components or assemblies on positioners. Set up required welding or brazing equipment. Check process specifications, follow prescribed procedures and perform assigned operations in all positions. Remove slag, chip and grind visible defects before depositing subsequent passes. Document metal joining sequences as required. Perform chipping, grinding, hand burning, air-arc, or torch operations as required. Grind and prepare weld surfaces for penetrant test and perform penetrant test. Operate ovens for pre-heating requirements. Monitor ovens for stress relief or heat treatment processes. Handle parts and material as required. Hand lift light loads. Operate cranes, hoists, etc., to position or transport heavy loads. Maintain a clean, orderly and safe workplace. Protect all equipment and maintain equipment cleanliness. Observe all safety and hygiene requirements as specified and directed. Maintain machine cleanliness, lubrication and fluid levels, and perform simple machine error recovery. Machine operation includes editing programs, proving out programs and utilizing conversational and/or teach modes.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

Receive job assignments at workstation with work instructions, drawings, sketches and other necessary information, including additional oral or written instructions from as necessary. Examine instructions, noting specifications and requirements. Obtain all necessary fixtures, tools and related equipment. Prepare surfaces, assemble and position parts as required to be welded, also including layout, assembly and fabrication to drawing requirements. Mount components or assemblies on positioners. Set up required welding or brazing equipment. Check process specifications, follow prescribed procedures and perform assigned operations in all positions. Remove slag, chip and grind visible defects before depositing subsequent passes. Document metal joining sequences as required. Perform chipping, grinding, hand burning, air-arc, or torch operations as required. Grind and prepare weld surfaces for penetrant test and perform penetrant test. Operate ovens for pre-heating requirements. Monitor ovens for stress relief or heat treatment processes. Handle parts and material as required. Hand lift light loads. Operate cranes, hoists, etc., to position or transport heavy loads. Maintain a clean, orderly and safe workplace. Protect all equipment and maintain equipment cleanliness. Observe all safety and hygiene requirements as specified and directed. Maintain machine cleanliness, lubrication and fluid levels, and perform simple machine error recovery. Machine operation includes editing programs, proving out programs and utilizing conversational and/or teach modes.

What you Bring

• Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approval.
• Experience with all types of welding materials; ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys; castings, forgings, plates, bars, etc., of any required thickness.
• High school graduate and certified welding program or equivalent
• Experience with all types and sizes of manual and automatic metal-joining equipment, including but not limited to AC and DC welding machines, sub-arc equipment, torches of all types, and compressed gasses as required.
• Experience with ovens, hand tools, all required personal protective equipment, clamps, measuring instruments, gauges, dial indicators, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Automatic welding experience (Buggo, Liburdi, Jetline).
• Experienced in multiple welding processes.

Who we are

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance EMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the commercial nuclear utility industry. http://www.emd.cwfc.com/

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

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Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.