Welder

Hitachi, Ltd.; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Crystal Springs, Mississippi is hiring a Welder to assemble transformers using Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). You will read assembly prints, set up welding equipment, and move transformer parts with cranes or forklifts while maintaining safety.

Qualified candidates typically have about 1 year of FCAW experience, a welding diploma if available, and the ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays. Join a global energy infrastructure team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in welding preferred.
• 1 year FCAW welding experience required or preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly/fabrication prints.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Handle transformers, welded assemblies, and parts with overhead crane, jib hoist, or forklift.
• Identify parts and assemble transformers from prints.
• Set up welding equipment and shielding gas for FCAW.
• Perform welding as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Grind or gouge welds as required.
• Conduct air tests on transformer portions as needed.
• Follow Hitachi Energy safety protocols and attend safety meetings.
• Complete transformer checklists and required documents.
• Pass Welder Qualification tests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read blueprints

FCAW welding

Self-motivated

Reading prints

Shift flexibility

Education

Vocational welding diploma

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Fork truck operation

Welding machine setup

Hand power tools

Job description

Job Description

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

General information

Hitachi Energy is seeking Welder for its Crystal Springs, Mississippi location. This role is responsible for for assembly pieces of a transformer utilizing the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process. Employees have job duties that also include; reading blueprints, cutting metal, measuring and cutting materials and checking tolerances on finished work.

Responsibilities

• Handle transformers, welded assemblies, and miscellaneous parts with an overhead crane, jib hoist, and/or fork truck.
• Identify parts and assemble transformers or assemblies from assembly prints.
• Set up and connect welding machine, wire feeders, welding guns, and shielding gas regulators for Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process.
• Perform welding work as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Remove welds on transformers or other parts using the Air Carbon Arc Gouging process (electric arc and compressed air) or another method.
• Perform air tests on certain portions of the transformer as required.
• Perform grinding on transformers or welded assemblies as required.
• Knowledge and ability to perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Observe and follow all Hitachi Energy Safety protocols.
• Attend Safety meetings and morning Start-up meetings as required.
• Complete the required transformer checklists and documents.
• Must successfully pass Hitachi Energy Welder Qualification tests.

Your background

• Diploma of vocational (welding) studies preferred.
• Knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience.
• 1-year previous FCAW welding experience.
• Knowledge in material handling and operation of hand power tools.
• Knowledge of properly reading and understanding assembly/fabrication prints.
• Attention to detail and self-motivated. Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends and holidays.

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