Welder

Flowserve Corporation; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation is seeking a skilled Welder to join our manufacturing and repair operations. You will perform multi-process welding (MIG, MAG, TIG, Stick), read blueprints, and prepare components for high-integrity welds on heavy industrial equipment.

The role requires 5–7 years of welding experience, a valid Welder Certificate, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with safety and quality at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• 5–7 years of professional welding experience in mechanical manufacturing or heavy industrial repair.
• Valid, current Welder Certificate.
• Proven multi-process welding (TIG, MIG, MAG, Stick) experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable with flexible schedules for emergency plant workflows.

Responsibilities

• Multi-process welding execution using TIG, MIG, MAG, and Stick per instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics for workflows.
• Prepare components and process materials with required safety and shop equipment.
• Perform welding and repairs on new equipment and components.
• Verify weld quality against tolerances and specs.
• Carry out post-weld heat treatment per process documents.
• Collaborate with assemblers and machinists to troubleshoot processes.
• Log data accurately and maintain documentation and traceability.
• Maintain a safe and organized workspace with proper PPE.

Skills

Multi-process welding

Shop math

Layout planning

Structural troubleshooting

Stamina

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welder Certificate

Tools

Welder Certificate

Job description

Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

We are seeking a highly skilled and precision-driven Welder to join our customer-focused manufacturing and repair operations. In this role, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team, working side-by-side with machinists and assemblers to solve challenging mechanical problems and maintain rigorous production schedules.

This is a fast-paced environment that demands excellent technical understanding, deep attention to detail, and a commitment to quality workmanship. You will look over technical blueprints, plan component layouts, and execute high-integrity welds across multiple methodologies (MIG, MAG, TIG, Stick) to repair and manufacture heavy industrial equipment.

Core Responsibilities

• Multi-Process Welding Execution: Set up, calibrate, and execute multi-position welds utilizing TIG, MIG, MAG, and Stick/electrode welding methods according to precise operational instructions.

• Blueprint Reading & Interpretation: Plan, lay out, and configure workflows directly from engineering schematics, technical drawings, and manufacturers' specification sheets using shop math and precision measuring instruments.

• Component Preparation & Assembly: Properly identify raw industrial materials, execute required component preparation, and utilize conventional shop lathes to prep parts safely before assembly and production welding.

• Manufacturing & Repair Operations: Execute high-quality welding installations on new equipment from scratch, and carry out precision structural welding repairs on raw and finished parts.

• Quality Assurance Auditing: Verify the quality of finished fabrications, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of strict tolerances, dimensional specifications, and workmanship standards.

• Post-Weld Heat Operations: Carry out post-weld heat treatment operations cleanly and accurately based on explicit process documents and heat treatment instructions.

• Team-Based Problem Solving: Actively collaborate with assemblers and machinists to troubleshoot process flows, correct equipment problems, and design fast solutions for chronic component repairs.

• Data Log Control: Record accurate, timely data on computer-based tracking systems or manual logs to maintain a clean flow of parts, materials, and repair documentation.

• Workplace Safety & Organization: Maintain a safe, pristine workspace by following all protection rules, wearing required protective gear, completing safety training, and conducting routine tool maintenance.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

• Experience Baseline: 5 to 7 years of professional welding experience derived from a mechanical manufacturing or heavy industrial repair environment.

• Professional Credentials: Valid, current Welder Certificate.

• Technical Mastery: Proven background in multi-process welding (TIG, MIG, MAG, Stick), shop math, layout planning, and structural component troubleshooting.

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive arm motions, and frequently lift and carry components weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Reliability: A demonstrated track record of dependable attendance and the flexibility to adjust schedules for emergency plant workflows on short notice.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Valve Industry Domain: Prior welding and repair experience specifically within the valve or flow control industry.

• NDE Certifications: Active PT (Penetrant Testing) and MT (Magnetic Particle Testing) related certifications are highly preferred.

• Thermal Conditioning: Advanced post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) field experience.

• Enterprise ERP Software: Basic navigational knowledge of SAP tracking systems.

• Mindset: Strong team spirit, personal initiative, and a customer-service mindset focused on ensuring zero scrap and on-time delivery.

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

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