Welder

Flowserve Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

As a Welder at Flowserve, you will support the repair and fabrication of nuclear pump components used in critical industrial applications. You will perform precision TIG welding, assembly, disassembly, and repair activities using engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and project teams to ensure customer equipment is repaired and manufactured safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The role also involves contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a specialized environment focused on complex rotating equipment. The position requires willingness to travel approximately 10% or more as needed to support a secondary repair facility, and to work in a radiologically contaminated environment when required by customer and business needs. The employee must follow safety procedures, use Stop Work Authority when appropriate, and comply with Flowserve policies and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to independently perform precision TIG welding or demonstrate the capability to obtain required welding qualifications.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, assembly checklists, technical instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and inspection gauges.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive hand and upper-body movements.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Commitment to following safety procedures and Flowserve policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Current certification or ability to certify in TIG welding 6G positions in accordance with ASME Section IX requirements.
Previous welding certifications or recent graduation from an accredited welding program.
Experience in pump repair, rotating equipment, manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial service environments.
Experience working from detailed work instructions, routers, and quality procedures.
Experience operating cranes, forklifts, and material-handling equipment.
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and quality.
High School Diploma/GED and 3–5 years of relevant welding experience, or recent welding school graduate.

Responsibilities

Perform TIG welding repairs and fabricate new and customer-owned pump components in 2G, 3G, and 6G positions.
Complete assigned work according to routers, drawings, work instructions, checklists, company procedures, and Flowserve best practices.
Assist with disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of pumps, rotating equipment, and related components.
Set up and use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensional requirements.
Operate hand tools, power tools, torches, lifting equipment, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment used in manufacturing and assembly.
Coordinate with production supervisors, shop leads, planners, engineers, project managers, and quality personnel to support production schedules and customer requirements.
Accurately complete required documentation and submit quality records, forms, and manufacturing documentation according to established procedures.
Provide input on process enhancements, tooling improvements, safety initiatives, and operational efficiency opportunities.
Follow safety procedures, use Stop Work Authority when appropriate, and maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
Travel approximately 10% or more as needed to support activities at a secondary repair facility.
Work in a radiologically contaminated environment when required for customer and business needs.