Pipe Welder

Venture Dynamics•Norfolk, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Dynamics is seeking skilled and experienced Shipyard Pipe Welders to perform high-quality welding on copper-nickel, stainless steel, and carbon steel piping systems aboard Navy and commercial vessels. Pipe Welders will execute GTAW (TIG) and SMAW welding in restricted positions, prepare and fit pipe joints, install CuNi systems, and adhere to NAVSEA welding procedures and customer welding standards. This position requires advanced pipe welding capability, strong fit-up proficiency, and the ability to work safely in confined, elevated, and shipboard environments. This position supports shipyard projects throughout the Virginia Hampton Roads region , including Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton, and Yorktown. Per diem may be available on select projects depending on contract requirements and travel distance.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of pipe welding experience in ship repair or marine/industrial environments
Ability to pass NAVSEA or customer-required weld tests, including: 6G/6GR or restricted-position welding 2-inch CuNi GTAW pipe test Additional material/process tests as required
Proficiency in GTAW root and fill on CuNi and stainless steel
Strong understanding of pipe joint fit-up, weld prep, and distortion control
Ability to interpret pipe drawings, weld symbols, and isometric layouts
Must supply and maintain a personal tool set appropriate for pipe welding
Ability to work aboard vessels, in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding positions
Ability to lift 40–60 lbs and sustain awkward welding positions
Must pass background check and drug screening
Ability to obtain DBIDS/base access when required
Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, and variable shifts as needed

Nice To Haves

NAVSEA CuNi pipe welding certifications
Experience welding potable water, seawater, chill-water, fuel, and hydraulic piping systems
Experience performing complex pipe renewals or tight-access shipboard welds
Proficiency with pipe beveling tools and weld-prep machines
OSHA-10 Maritime
Ability to wear a respirator when required for hot-work, confined-space support, blasting, paint, or insulation areas
Experience supporting multi-trade mechanical or piping projects

Responsibilities

Perform pipe welding using GTAW and SMAW in all positions, including restricted-access configurations
Weld copper-nickel (CuNi), stainless steel, and carbon steel piping for shipboard systems
Fit, prep, and weld butt joints, socket welds, flanges, reducers, tees, and specialty fittings
Execute weld preparation including beveling, cleaning, grinding, and joint alignment for high-quality root and fill passes
Follow NAVSEA welding procedures and meet customer-required weld quality standards
Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, weld symbols, and detailed pipe routing diagrams
Maintain weld quality through correct heat control, cleanliness, and proper fit-up practices
Support pipe installations, system modifications, and piping system renewals
Operate grinders, torches, bevelers, and weld-prep tools safely and efficiently
Work in confined spaces, tanks, machinery spaces, overheads, and tight shipboard compartments
Maintain tool control, comply with hot-work requirements, and follow all shipyard safety procedures