Robot Welder

iLink Resources • Pleasant Prairie, WI

2d

About The Position

The Fabricator – Robotic Fitter Welder assembles and welds a wide range of components by programming, setting up, and operating robotic welding equipment through its computer controls. The role also uses manual welding processes and requires qualification in GMAW and FCAW. The employee performs fitting, welding, and other fabrication work while following established welding procedures and using AWS and ASTM references.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Proficiency with measuring tools, shop mathematics, and fabrication layout.
• Ability to understand and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Ability to operate steel fabrication machinery.
• Qualification in the 1F, 2F, 3F, 1G, and 2G positions with GMAW and FCAW in accordance with AWS D1.1 and/or ASME Section IX.

Responsibilities

• Program robotic welders to fit up and weld a wide range of fabrications using the full capabilities of the equipment.
• Set up and operate robotic, semi-automatic, and manual welding equipment; select productive processes, wire, current, voltage, and shielding gas according to established welding procedures.
• Control heat distortion and improve productivity by using welding equipment capabilities; correct distortion with flame straightening, clamps, jacks, or other methods as needed.
• Fit up fabrications by tack welding or fastening, using erection techniques including fixtures.
• Weld in flat and horizontal positions using GMAW and FCAW, and qualify to weld in other positions as required.
• Perform fabrication processes including grinding, beveling, hand burning, punching, drilling, shearing, sawing, assembly, and basic maintenance as directed.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and fork trucks, and rig large, heavy, awkward fabrications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED