Welder I

PLUG POWER INC; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Plug Power, Inc. is seeking a Welder I for the 2nd shift to perform welding and fabrication with strict attention to quality and safety. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting welding methods, and preparing parts with grinders and calipers.

The candidate should have at least one year of welding/fabrication experience and be able to pass an on-site welding test, with exposure to GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW. ASME standards knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to pass on-site welding test.
• Experience with GTAW, GMAW and FCAW.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Knowledge of safety standards and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to assemble mechanical structures with precision.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layout.
• Determine welding method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding per specifications.
• Prepare parts with grinders and calipers.
• Weld components in various positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead).
• Ensure welds meet ASME specifications and callouts.
• Inspect welded parts for quality.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

ASME standards

Tools

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

Calipers

Grinders

Job description

Welder I – Status: Non-exempt (hourly) Shift: 2nd Shift

Position Summary

The welder is responsible for the construction of various products primarily focusing on welding and fabrication techniques. The welder will follow the process below in every welding scenario (I, P, W, C, I) Identify materials to be welded and appropriate welding/ fabrication method. Prepare and fit materials for welding/ fabrication using grinders, clamps, tape measures, etc. Weld materials within the WPS parameters per the engineering weld callout. Clean welded materials. Inspect welds to ensure quality standards and engineering weld callouts have been met.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, tape measures, etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)
• Able to determine that weld meets ASME specifications

Education and Experience

The ideal candidate will have a steady hand and great attention to detail Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential Proven experience as welder Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW) Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.) Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.) Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience *Must be able to pass on-site welding test*

• Welder I – 0-5 years’ experience
• Welder II – 5-8 years’ experience
• Senior Welder– 8+ years’ experience
• Master Welder – 10+ years’ experience & Cryogenic experience

Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $29.50

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program #HP

Our employees create products every day that are changing the way energy is produced and delivered. We thrive on innovation by fostering a learning environment that creates new, real-world products and applications. Join our team as we rapidly expand into key markets like zero-emission on-road vehicles, robotics, and stationary power – Be a part of the climate solution! To learn more, download our brochure. Check out these videos to learn more about PLUG: Plug Power's Culture Code Who is Plug? Manufacturing Electrolyzers at scale Megawatt Fuel Cell Power Generation System Implementing Fuel Cells in Material Handling