TIG Welder (1st Shift)

Mitsubishi Power Americas; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching)

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Job summary

Mitsubishi Power Americas is seeking skilled TIG Welders to join our team in Pooler, GA. The ideal candidates should have expertise in Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG), Metal Inert Gas (MIG), and Plasma Arc Welding (PAW). Responsibilities include setting up welding equipment, interpreting drawings, performing detailed inspections, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates with a high school diploma and at least 2 years of welding experience are encouraged to apply. We offer excellent benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of TIG/GTAW welding experience.
• Effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up components and perform basic digital programming on welding equipment.
• Interpret drawings and work instructions to prepare and assemble parts using cutting and abrasive tools.
• Accurately locate and measure surfaces per specifications and perform detailed inspections.
• Recommend and support continuous improvement initiatives in production processes.

Skills

Proficient in Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW)

Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW/TIG)

Metal Inert Gas (MIG)

Plasma Arc Welding (PAW)

Basic math proficiency

Attention to detail

Strong manual dexterity

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Associate degree or certificate in Welding

Job description

About the Company: At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

TIG Welder

Summary

Mitsubishi Power in Savannah, GA is seeking experienced TIG Welders for 1st Shift skilled in various welding techniques and stress relief processes. Ideal candidates will be proficient in Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW/TIG), Metal Inert Gas (MIG), and Plasma Arc Welding (PAW), and capable of operating metal fabrication equipment such as oxy‑acetylene and plasma cutting torches, PWHT systems, and vacuum furnaces with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up components and perform basic digital programming on welding equipment.
• Interpret drawings and work instructions to prepare and assemble parts using cutting and abrasive tools.
• Accurately locate and measure surfaces per specifications and perform detailed inspections.
• Learn and demonstrate welding techniques using SMAW, TIG, PAW, MIG, and Laser; train others as needed.
• Apply and understand penetrant inspection methods (e.g., red‑dye, fluorescent).
• Control and correct distortion and heat input during welding processes.
• Contour welds to meet complex, close‑tolerance configurations using appropriate tools.
• Recommend and support continuous improvement initiatives in production processes.
• Operate furnaces and stress relief equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Additional Duties

• Adhere to all safety policies and report unsafe conditions to Management or HR.
• Actively contribute to team goals in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect proprietary information.
• Comply with the company’s drug policy and pass random screenings.
• Uphold high standards of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

Basic Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis and must not require employer immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening per company policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of TIG/GTAW welding experience.
• Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent in Welding from a technical school or two years of relevant experience/training.
• Strong desire to grow in a long-term career in rotor assembly.
• Effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Proficient in basic math, including fractions, decimals, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to interpret bar graphs and technical drawings.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Proficiency in both SAE and Metric measurement systems.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions and solve basic problems.

Why You Should Apply

• Excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on‑the‑job training.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Commitment to quality and innovation.
• Supportive work environment and culture.
• Employee appreciation programs and events.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and use hands/arms.
• Must frequently lift/move up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and loud noise; hearing protection may be required.

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants—regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status—are strongly encouraged to apply.