Welder

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC in Crystal Springs, MS is seeking a Welder to assemble transformer components using Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). You will read blueprints, cut and fit parts, and verify tolerances on finished work.

Handle transformers and welded assemblies with overhead crane or fork truck; set up welding equipment, perform gouging, and grind as required. Requires 1 year FCAW welding experience; vocational welding diploma preferred; ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays;

Qualifications

• Diploma of vocational welding studies preferred.
• 1 year FCAW welding experience.
• Knowledge in material handling and operation of hand tools.
• Ability to read and understand assembly/fabrication prints.
• Attention to detail and self-motivation; work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends and holidays.

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 FCAW.
• Perform welding work as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Remove welds on transformers or other parts using gouging or other methods.
• Perform air tests and grinding on transformers or welded assemblies as required.

Skills

FCAW welding

Read blueprints

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Vocational welding diploma

Tools

Overhead crane

Fork trucks

Air Carbon Arc Gouging

Welding equipment setup

Job description

Location: Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America Job ID: R0131827 Date Posted: 2026-05-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

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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