Capitol Engineering Co.

Overview

Capitol Engineering is hiring a Welder / Fitter 3 for their Phoenix fabrication shop. This senior-level role requires high skill and technical knowledge to perform complex, high-quality welds across various processes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Core), SMAW (Stick), and GTAW (TIG) welding in all positions on various products and materials.
• Handle complex and critical weld assignments with consistent quality and full procedure compliance.
• Weld on carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and AR plate, selecting appropriate filler metals and procedures.
• Verify pre-weld conditions before assignments, including fit-up accuracy and joint cleanliness.
• Perform advanced fit-up and layout on large assemblies using blueprints.
• Establish datums and verify dimensional accuracy across assemblies.
• Identify and resolve fit-up issues and escalate conflicts when necessary.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and extract necessary information for assignments.
• Apply knowledge of weldability and safety considerations for each material.
• Provide technical guidance to less-experienced welders and fitters.
• Serve as a reference for welding procedures and quality questions.
• Perform self-inspection of work and support Quality Control inspections.
• Lead by example in safety and housekeeping practices.
• Operate welding equipment and maintain work areas to high standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational welding certification or technical degree preferred.
• 8+ years of production welding and/or fabrication experience in a custom fabrication environment.
• Full-position welder performance qualifications in GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW.
• Demonstrated ability to weld on various materials including carbon steel and aluminum.
• Ability to perform advanced structural fit-up and layout.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to train and develop less-experienced welders.

Additional Information

• Standard Monday through Friday schedule during regular facility operating hours.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• This is an on-site position.