Fabrication Shop Pipe Cutter

Zachry Group•Pasadena, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 5‑Axis Pipe Profiler Operator is responsible for the setup, programming interface, and operation of CNC pipe profiling equipment used to cut, bevel, and prepare pipe spools in accordance with fabrication drawings, ISO specifications, and weld procedures. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accuracy, fit-up quality, and production efficiency for downstream welding and assembly operations.

Requirements

Read and interpret isometric spool drawings
Read and interpret weld maps and WPS requirements
Read and interpret cut sheets from detailing/software systems
Ensure all cuts meet dimensional tolerances required for fit-up and welding
Identify discrepancies between drawings and material conditions and escalate as needed
Perform in-process inspections including bevel angle verification, cut accuracy and profile validation, and surface quality of cuts
Ensure parts are ready for fit-up crews and QC hold points when required
Assist QC/NDE teams in resolving profiling-related issues
Perform machine setup including tool selection and change-out, calibration and zeroing, and program loading and verification
Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of machine and work area
Report mechanical or software issues promptly

Responsibilities

Operate 5-axis CNC pipe profiling machines to perform: Saddle cuts (branch connections), Beveling for weld prep, Coping and contour cutting
Load and align pipe material in profile machine to maintain dimensional accuracy
Verify correct cut parameters (angle, bevel, wall thickness, offsets) before execution
Monitor machine operation and adjust feeds, speeds, and tooling as required
Coordinate with Material Control/Kitting for correct pipe heat numbers and sizes
Maintain traceability of materials through cutting process (heat number verification)
Align production priorities with: Detail Release, Production Release, Shop schedules
Read and interpret: Isometric spool drawings, Weld maps and WPS requirements, Cut sheets from detailing/software systems
Ensure all cuts meet dimensional tolerances required for fit-up and welding
Identify discrepancies between drawings and material conditions and escalate as needed
Perform in-process inspections including: Bevel angle verification, Cut accuracy and profile validation, Surface quality of cuts
Ensure parts are ready for: Fit-up crews, QC hold points when required
Assist QC/NDE teams in resolving profiling-related issues
Perform machine setup including: Tool selection and change-out, Calibration and zeroing, Program loading and verification
Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of machine and work area
Report mechanical or software issues promptly