Lead Welder
Core
Overseeing daily welding, fit-up, and fabrication activities while ensuring quality workmanship, productivity, and compliance with industry standards.
Role type
Lead Welder (Production & Quality)
Builds
Pressure-containing equipment, structural fabrication, and welded assemblies for data centers, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing.
Domain
Manufacturing / Welding & Fabrication
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, FCAW welding processes, blueprint reading, weld symbol interpretation, precision measuring tools, carbon steel/stainless steel/aluminum welding, quality inspection, safety compliance
Preferred skills
NDT methods (VT, PT, MT, UT, RT), pressure vessel/piping fabrication, Lean Manufacturing, root cause investigation
Technologies
GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, calipers, tape measures, squares, levels, angle gauges
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily welding and fabrication activities; Conduct in-process and final visual inspections of weldments; Train and qualify employees on welding techniques and equipment; Enforce safety policies and PPE requirements; Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to investigate nonconformances; Maintain accurate production and inspection records
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership duties