NES Fircroft

Overview

The Fitter / Welder I position in Houston, TX involves fitting, tacking, and welding components according to engineering specifications in a manufacturing environment. The role requires maintaining quality and safety standards while supporting the assembly and overhaul of gas turbine and compressor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fit, tack, and weld parts using fixtures to meet drawing specifications and tolerances.
• Perform complete welds to required standards; correct fabrication issues as required.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and low-alloy materials using approved procedures.
• Read and interpret complex drawings, blueprints, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Perform pipe welding in compliance with ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code.
• Maintain required welding certifications (GTAW P8 6G - qualification required).
• Operate welding equipment, cutting rigs, and precision measuring tools.
• Assist with alignments, parts installation, and mechanical assembly.
• Inspect, inventory, clean, and stage parts and assemblies.
• Safely offload incoming parts using proper lifting and rigging methods.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality Control, Material Control, and production teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Accurately complete shop orders and time documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet production needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED OR 10+ years of relevant stainless-steel pipe welding experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in rotating equipment manufacturing or shop assembly environments.
• Experience in welding and cutting processes and industrial fabrication.
• Gas turbine mechanical and overhaul experience preferred.
• Experience turbomachinery rotating-equipment assembly (RF & Datum compressor ranges) highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret complex weld symbols, tolerances, and manufacturing drawings.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Additional Information

• Full-time Contract position with a duration of 1 year.
• 1st Shift | 40 hours/week | Overtime eligible.
• Travel up to 15%.
• COVID-19 vaccination required unless approved accommodation is granted.
• Weekly timesheets (standard).
• Assignment eligible for extension and conversion to full-time employment.