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Freelance Pressure Vessel Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... or pressure vessel welding experience required. Must be proficient in Stick, MIG, and Flux Core welding processes and able to read and follow welding procedures and engineering drawings. Candidates ...

Vessel Welder II

Houston, TX · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

... or pressure vessel welding experience required. Must be proficient in Stick, MIG, and Flux Core welding processes and able to read and follow welding procedures and engineering drawings. Candidates ...

Could potentially oversee the work of other Vessel Engineers. Preferred Qualifications Accredited ... Preference will be given to candidates with revamp and/or pressure vessel modification experience.

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... or pressure vessel welding experience required. Must be proficient in Stick, MIG, and Flux Core welding processes and able to read and follow welding procedures and engineering drawings. Candidates ...

Senior Engineer, Reactor Vessel

Alameda, CA · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

Familiarity with applicable codes and standards such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code ... Familiarity with engineering analysis tools and methods for thermal and structural modeling.

Senior Engineer, Reactor Vessel

Alameda, CA · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

Familiarity with applicable codes and standards such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code ... Familiarity with engineering analysis tools and methods for thermal and structural modeling.

Welders will be responsible for welding pressure vessels experience is required must be able to ... Burns and grinds nozzle cutouts in shell to meet engineering tolerances * Uses flame cutting torch ...

Welders will be responsible for welding pressure vessels experience is required must be able to ... Burns and grinds nozzle cutouts in shell to meet engineering tolerances * Uses flame cutting torch ...

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Vessel Welder II

Carlton Staffing

Houston, TX

$23 - $30/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

**We're hiring a Vessel Welder II for our Northwest Houston area client!**We are looking for experienced, safety-focused welders who are ready to interview immediately!

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DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DREAM JOB:**

Job Title:Vessel Welder II

Location:Northwest Houston, TX

Pay:Starting at$23.00/hourplus shift differential(based on experience and weld test results)

Hours:Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM–5:30 AM (Overtime and Saturdays as needed; Saturday work is typically communicated on Thursdays)

Duration:Temp-to-Hire

Description of Duties:Perform advanced vessel and pipe welding on carbon steel and stainless steel components, including pressure vessel shells, nozzles, couplings, and flanges. Utilize SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), and gouging processes to complete 2"–6" pipe welds in the 6G fixed position with uphill progression. Read engineering drawings and welding procedures, set up and fit components, control heat input and weld tolerances, and produce full-penetration welds that meet quality standards. Consistently achieve production, quality, and safety goals while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Requirements:Two to four years of vessel fabrication or pressure vessel welding experience required. Must be proficient in Stick, MIG, and Flux Core welding processes and able to read and follow welding procedures and engineering drawings. Candidates must successfully pass employer weld tests, including 6G, 6-inch, and 2-inch 45-degree weld tests. Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and the ability to work safely in a fabrication shop environment are required.

WHO WE ARE:

Carlton Staffing is a local staffing firm in Texas with over 44 years of experience! We have connections with numerous hiring managers throughout the greater Houston area. An application with us is an open application with our rock-star clients. Don't wait another minute! Let our knowledgeable staff assist you today. Visitwww.carltonstaffing.com.

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