Welder B

Hanwha Philly Shipyard•Philadelphia, PA
•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires an individual to perform heavy shipyard construction welding in all positions using approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification). The role involves knowledge and efficiency in various welding processes, interpreting WPS, using and maintaining welding equipment, and performing internal quality checks. The Welder B will also be responsible for maintaining NDT rejection standards and may be trained on automated welding systems.

Requirements

  • Knowledge and efficiency of heavy shipyard construction welding in all positions using approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) determined by HPSI and Classification Society.
  • Knowledge, understanding, and demonstration of interpreting approved WPS set forth at Hanwha Philly Shipyard.
  • Knowledge and ability on how to use all welding-related tools, including basic troubleshooting and maintaining welding equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
  • Proficiently demonstrate welding ability through performance testing as determined by vessel project and classification.
  • Perform internal quality checks of their work performance to ensure quality standards are achieved. Be able to do their quality checks of their welds daily.
  • Maintain their individual NDT rejection set forth by Hanwha Philly Shipyard and Classification Society.
  • Work Independently according to valid instructions and Hanwha Philly Shipyard rules and standards.
  • Flexible cooperation with team members.
  • Must be able to work in different environments and areas (e.g. indoors, outdoors, in confined spaces, on scissor lifts and aerial lifts, and in inclement weather).
  • Welder must be able to work in a team environment.
  • Workmanship assembly – Multi-position 4.5mm (+1.0 mm/-0.5mm) fillet welds.
  • Grind a weld without leaving scarred surface.
  • Requires Bend Test of 400mm long Vertical and Horizontal Groove.
  • Requires Bend Tests of 400mm long test coupons in accordance with Classification Society Rules.
  • Range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required.
  • Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination.

Nice To Haves

  • Welding robotics a plus

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules, and regulations are followed and met.
  • Perform heavy shipyard construction welding in all positions using approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) determined by HPSI and Classification Society.
  • Utilize welding processes including FCAW, SMAW, SAW, Automated Welding Process, Stainless Steel Fillet Welding, Padding and preparing weld joints per WPS, and Carbon Arc Gouging.
  • Interpret approved WPS set forth at Hanwha Philly Shipyard.
  • Use all welding-related tools, including basic troubleshooting and maintaining welding equipment.
  • Proficiently demonstrate welding ability through performance testing as determined by vessel project and classification.
  • Perform internal quality checks of their work performance daily to ensure quality standards are achieved.
  • Maintain individual NDT rejection set forth by Hanwha Philly Shipyard and Classification Society.
  • May be trained and required to weld using automated welding systems.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
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