Welder

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Crystal Springs, Mississippi is seeking a Welder to assemble transformers using Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). The role includes reading blueprints, cutting and measuring metal, and inspecting tolerances on finished work.

Experience with FCAW on stainless and carbon steel is preferred. Responsibilities include setting up welding equipment, handling assemblies with cranes or forklift, performing required grinding, air gouging, and completing required checklists while adhering to

Qualifications

• Reading and understanding assembly/fabrication prints.
• Experience with Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on stainless and carbon steel.
• Ability to handle transformers and welded assemblies safely.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Handle transformers and welded assemblies with overhead crane or fork truck.
• Set up welding equipment, wire feeders, and shielding gas for FCAW.
• Perform welding as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Inspect welds and perform necessary grinding or gouging as required.
• Complete transformer checklists and safety/documents.
• Attend safety meetings and follow Hitachi Energy protocols.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Metal cutting

Measuring

Tolerances

FCAW welding

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Education

Vocational welding diploma

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Air Carbon Arc Gouging

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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