GTAW/FCAW Pipe Welding Specialist

You’re the welder others call when a joint is tricky, the position is awkward, and the tolerance is tight. Join a team that values craftsmanship and gives you the space to do your best work on stainless and carbon—pipe to structural, assemblies to machinery.

Impact of the role

As a core contributor on our fabrication floor, you’ll own projects from fit-up through final inspection, selecting the right process (GTAW first, FCAW when needed) and maintaining stringent quality and safety standards while meeting production goals.

Core responsibilities

• Perform TIG/GTAW welding on stainless and carbon steel across pipe, tubing, structural components, machinery, and fabricated assemblies.
• Use Flux Core (FCAW) processes as production and application needs dictate.
• Weld in all positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead, and 6G.
• Set up, operate, and tune TIG and Flux Core equipment: amperage, filler/wire, tungsten, shielding gas, and technique.
• Read and apply blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and specifications with precise attention to dimensions and tolerances.
• Fit, align, position, and tack components; perform pipe and structural fabrication to print.
• Measure accurately with calipers, tape measures, squares, levels, straightedges, and other precision tools.
• Manage heat input to prevent warping and distortion; grind, clean, prep, and finish welds.
• Inspect completed work for appearance, penetration, defects, and adherence to spec.
• Operate standard fabrication tools; maintain welding equipment and escalate issues to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area while collaborating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of TIG/GTAW welding experience.
• Proven TIG work on stainless and carbon steel.
• Flux Core (FCAW) welding experience is required.
• Pipe and/or fabricated metal welding experience; capable of 6G welding.
• Strong blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation.
• Background in fitting, fabrication, layout, and assembly.
• Comfort with specs, tolerances, and quality requirements.
• Hands-on knowledge of welding equipment, hand and power tools; accurate measurement skills.
• Detail-oriented with solid communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a production team; open to overtime or occasional weekends.

Weld test requirement

Candidates must pass both TIG assessments:

• 2-inch Schedule 160 carbon steel pipe – TIG, 6G position
• ¼-inch Schedule 80 carbon steel pipe – TIG, 6G position

Preferred experience

• TIG on 304/316 stainless and thin-gauge stainless.
• Carbon steel pipe welding; additional FCAW experience.
• MIG/GMAW capability alongside TIG and Flux Core.
• Sanitary/food-grade, industrial, or precision fabrication work.
• Pipe fitting and fabrication proficiency.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial welding using detailed fabrication drawings and specs.

Physical requirements & environment

• Stand for long periods; frequently walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, and work in varied positions.
• Operate in a manufacturing setting with moderate to high noise.
• Frequently lift/move materials up to 60 pounds.
• Work safely around welding equipment, hot work, metal components, sparks, heat, and fumes.
• Use proper PPE and follow all safety protocols.

Why Express Employment Professionals

We’re a workforce partner focused on matching expert welders with reputable employers. Our goal is to connect you with meaningful, long-term opportunities while helping companies build reliable teams.

Machines & technologies you’ll use

• TIG Welder
• Flux-Cored Arc Welder