Pipe Welder 1

The Shaw Group, LLC • Lake Charles, LA

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About The Position

The Shaw Group is seeking experienced Pipe Welders to join its team in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This skilled welding position focuses on producing high-quality welds in accordance with welding procedures, drawings, specifications, and company quality standards. The role requires GTAW/TIG pipe welding and GMAW/MIG welding on stainless steel plate, with work in multiple positions.

Candidates must successfully complete a GTAW/TIG 6G carbon steel pipe test and a GMAW/MIG 3G stainless steel plate test to qualify for placement. This position does not offer per diem.

Requirements

• Previous industrial or pipe welding experience.
• Demonstrated experience with GTAW/TIG and GMAW/MIG welding processes.
• Ability to read and follow welding procedures, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of welding parameters, filler metals, and proper joint preparation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Successfully complete GTAW/TIG 6G carbon steel pipe and GMAW/MIG 3G stainless steel plate welding performance tests.

Nice To Haves

• Strong 6G pipe welding experience.
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Welding certifications or documented qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe welding using GTAW/TIG and GMAW/MIG welding processes.
• Weld carbon steel pipe in the 6G position using GTAW/TIG.
• Weld stainless steel plate using GMAW/MIG in the 3G position.
• Read and follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Set up and safely operate welding equipment and select appropriate welding parameters and filler metals.
• Prepare weld joints by cleaning, grinding, beveling, and removing contaminants.
• Perform open-root, multi-layer welds in accordance with approved procedures.
• Maintain proper arc length, travel speed, torch angle, heat input, and weld profile.
• Visually inspect completed welds and identify or repair defects as required.
• Perform grinding, cleaning, tack welding, and other welding-related activities.
• Maintain welding equipment and a clean, organized work area.
• Work effectively with pipefitters, welders, supervisors, and QA/QC personnel.
• Follow company safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Participate in safety meetings, pre-job briefings, THAs, and JSAs.
• Complete required welding qualifications and performance tests.

Benefits

• PTO after 90 days of employment.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, eligible within 30 days of hire.
• Basic and voluntary life insurance with AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• FSA, HSA, and dependent care flexible spending account.
• Legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed