Welder II

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.; Broussard (LA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Welder II to perform skilled welding and fabrication of oilfield equipment. You will read engineering drawings, weld to tight tolerances, inspect welds, and operate fabrication equipment to support production goals.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with mentoring responsibilities for junior welders as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years welding experience in manufacturing or oilfield.
• MIG and Flux Core welding proficiency; TIG and Stick preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Must be able to pass welding qualification tests.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using MIG, Flux Core, TIG, and Stick processes as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions.
• Fabricate, fit, and weld components to specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, cutting torches, and overhead cranes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced welders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MIG welding

Flux Core welding

TIG welding

SMAW welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The Welder II performs skilled welding and fabrication of oilfield equipment and components in accordance with engineering drawings, welding procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements. This position works independently on routine assignments and contributes to meeting production and quality objectives.

• Perform welding using GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), GTAW (TIG), and SMAW (Stick) processes as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions.
• Fabricate, fit, and weld components to specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, cutting torches, and overhead cranes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced welders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or oilfield environment.
• Proficiency in MIG and Flux Core welding; TIG and Stick experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld symbols.
• Ability to pass company welding qualification tests.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

FET participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. FET participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.

As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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