Welder (Technician/Fabrication)

Saronic Technologies Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled welder to support ship construction and repair. You will perform carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless welds with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and multi-pass methods, in 3G/4G and 6G positions.

Expect on-site training, safety emphasis, and teamwork to meet stringent specifications. You will inspect weld quality, prepare surfaces, and work in tight, elevated spaces as part of a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Understand weld symbols and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Read specs and follow project drawings for welding tasks.
• Weld efficiently with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and multi-pass processes.
• Inspect welds for conformance and fix defects as needed.
• Knowledge of metals and effects of welding on materials.
• Assist in aloft work and confined-space operations.
• On-site training provided.

Responsibilities

• Complete carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless fillet and butt welds (3G/4G).
• Perform stainless and Cupro-Nickel pipe welds (6G).
• Self-assess quality and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain welding equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Weld on ship components like hulls, decks, frames.
• Prepare surfaces by grinding, cutting, and cleaning.
• Coordinate fit-up, tacking and weld sequences per specs.
• Work in overhead, vertical, and flat positions; use lifts as needed.
• Inspect equipment daily and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Welding symbols

Blueprints interpretation

Welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW)

Weld measurement & inspection

Materials knowledge (carbon steel, Al,

NDT awareness

Aloft and confined spaces

Safety training & PPE usage

Education

Welding certifications (3G/4G, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GMAW-P)

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring gauges

Torch and hoses

Grinding tools

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Technical Knowledge/Job Summary

• Understand weld symbols

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project

• Efficiently and safely perform welding tasks using various welding processes and equipment

• Properly use weld measurement tools and gauges

• Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material

• Ability to inspect completed welds for conformance to specifications and know how to correct defects when necessary

• Will be required to work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces.

• On site training is provided.

Job Proficiency

• Complete carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel fillet and butt weld certifications using the SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), and GMAW-P process (multi-pass) in 3G and 4G positions

• Complete stainless steel, Cupro-Nickel, and carbon steel pipe welds (6G)

• Self-assess quality of work to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations

• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and tools

• Perform structural welding on ship components such as hulls, decks, bulkheads, frames, and foundations.

• Prepare work surfaces by grinding, cutting, and cleaning to ensure quality welds.

• Perform grinding, cutting, torching, and pick up work as needed.

• Conduct weld fit-up and tacking according to engineering specifications and welding best practices

• Work in various positions, including overhead, vertical, and flat welding, often in tight or elevated spaces

• Inspect all equipment daily (torch, torch hoses, grinder, levels, tapes, etc.)

  Pre-employment skills testing may be required during the interview process.

Culture and Collaboration

• Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols.

• Assist in the training and development of junior welders

• Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows

• Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment

• Maintain a clean and safe work area

• Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally

• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals

• Welding performance is subject to successfully passing all NDT requirements as set forth by classification society.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision careSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.