Outfitter

Hanwha Philly Shipyard•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Outfitter performs shipyard production and repair work involving pipe systems, machinery, fabrication, and welding. The role includes installing and testing pipes, pipe packages, skids, fittings, and equipment; fabricating and maintaining pipelines; and connecting systems between skids and equipment. The Outfitter also installs and aligns ship machinery, propulsion deck, and steering using precision measurement tools, performs outside machinist duties, works with resins, and interprets installation drawings. The employee must follow Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures and work instructions, maintain a clean and orderly workspace, ensure the competency of their work, and contribute to developing work methods and preparing investments. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It is a full-time, safety-sensitive role; standard workdays and hours vary by department schedule. The work may take place indoors or outdoors in heavy industrial conditions and requires a medical examination.

Requirements

High school or vocational school education.
At least 3 years of professional experience in shipyards with shipbuilding production and/or ship repair, ship machinery installation, pipe fitting/plumbing, or steel fabrication.
Welding certifications in FCAW, GTAW, SMAC, and SMAW; additional certifications may be required depending on vessel type and classification requirements.
Basic knowledge of machine mounting.
Ability to understand blueprints, 3D isometrics, schemes, and technical documents.
Knowledge of materials such as steel, stainless steel, and CuNiFe.
Knowledge of components such as valves, flanges, and machine components.
Skill using typical pipefitting, machine-fitting, and welding tools and equipment.
Knowledge of work safety.
Creativity and an initiative-taking attitude.
Self-management, thoroughness, flexibility, integrity, and willingness and ability to work as a team member.
Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, working at heights, and extended walking or standing.
Must pass a medical examination for employment in the position.

Responsibilities

Follow all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
Install pipes and pipe components; assemble, test, and install pipe packages.
Perform pipe welding and weld flanges, collars, penetrations, skid frames, foundations, and some pipes.
Manufacture and install foundations; assemble, test, and install skids.
Install fittings and equipment; manufacture and maintain pipelines.
Assemble, connect, and test pipelines between skids and equipment to create functional systems.
Manufacture fitting pipe models.
Install and align ship machinery, propulsion deck, and steering using precision measurement tools.
Perform duties as an outside machinist and use resins.
Read and interpret installation drawings.
Clean and organize the work space.
Participate in developing working methods and preparing investments.
Ensure the competency of work and complete tasks according to shipyard rules and specified work instructions.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.