Welder

Role Summary:

As a Welder at Flowserve, you will support the repair and fabrication of nuclear pump components used in critical industrial applications. In this role, you will perform precision TIG welding, assembly, disassembly, and repair activities while working from engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. You'll collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and project teams to ensure customer equipment is repaired and manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex rotating equipment while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a highly specialized environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform TIG welding repairs and fabrication of new and customer-owned pump components in 2G, 3G, and 6G positions.
- Execute assigned work in accordance with routers, drawings, work instructions, checklists, company procedures, and Flowserve best practices.
- Assist with the disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of pumps, rotating equipment, and related components.
- Set up and utilize precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges to verify dimensional requirements.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, torches, lifting equipment, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment required for manufacturing and assembly activities.
- Coordinate with production supervisors, shop leads, planners, engineers, project managers, and quality personnel to support production schedules and customer requirements.
- Complete required documentation accurately and ensure quality records, forms, and manufacturing documentation are submitted in accordance with established procedures.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by providing input on process enhancements, tooling improvements, safety initiatives, and operational efficiency opportunities.

Required Qualifications

- Ability to independently perform precision TIG welding or demonstrate the capability to obtain required welding qualifications.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, assembly checklists, technical instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other inspection gauges.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform work requiring repetitive hand and upper-body movement.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

- Current certification or ability to certify in TIG welding 6G positions in accordance with ASME Section IX requirements.
- Previous welding certifications or recent graduation from an accredited welding program.
- Experience in pump repair, rotating equipment, manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial service environments.
- Experience working from detailed work instructions, routers, and quality procedures.
- Experience operating cranes, forklifts, and material-handling equipment.
- Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and quality.
- High School Diploma/GED and 3-5 years of relevant welding experience, or recent welding school graduate.

Additional Work Environment Requirements

- Willingness to travel approximately 10% or more, as needed, to support activities at a secondary repair facility.
- Willingness to work in a radiologically contaminated environment as required for customer and business needs. (10% or more as needed)
- Commitment to following all safety procedures, utilizing Stop Work Authority when appropriate, and maintaining compliance with Flowserve policies and procedures.

What We Can Offer You

At Flowserve, you'll find a range of options to fit your and your family's needs. We want to provide our team with the right resources to invest in your physical, mental, and financial well-being no matter where you sit or what stage of life you're in.

Our benefits include:

- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Planning & Financial Wellness Resources
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Parental Leave
- Life, Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance