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Solar Turbines Incorporated

Welder l

Wamego, KS · On-site

$20.03 - $27.04/hr

You'll also work with robotic welding systems and GTAW (TIG), expanding your capabilities through ... You'll read and interpret engineering drawings, fabricate parts to spec, and follow standard work ...

Solar Turbines Incorporated

$20.03 - $27.04/hr

You'll also work with robotic welding systems and GTAW (TIG), expanding your capabilities through ... You'll read and interpret engineering drawings, fabricate parts to spec, and follow standard work ...

Express Employment

Welder

Kansas City, KS

$19 - $28/hr

Perform MIG welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum; robotic and spot welding also ... Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout and welding sequence

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A Robotic Welding Programmer is responsible for creating, testing, and optimizing programs that control robotic welding systems in manufacturing. They ensure weld quality, efficiency, and consistency by adjusting parameters such as speed, torch angles, and voltage. This role often involves troubleshooting robotic systems, collaborating with engineers and operators, and integrating automation solutions. Strong technical knowledge of robotics, welding processes, and programming languages is essential.

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As a Robotic Welding Programmer, your days are often spent programming and testing robotic welding machines, troubleshooting issues on the production floor, and collaborating closely with engineers and welders to refine automated processes. You may also review blueprints and CAD models to develop or optimize welding paths, conduct quality checks, and perform regular maintenance or updates on robotic equipment. Teamwork is key, as you'll work alongside production teams to ensure welds meet quality and safety standards. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical work and process improvement, offering variety and opportunities to see direct impact on manufacturing efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Robotic Welding Programmer job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $39,120 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Welder l

Solar Turbines Incorporated

Wamego, KS • On-site

$20.03 - $27.04/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings to fabricate parts to specification.

  • Use Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) processes to tack and weld parts in flat and horizontal positions.

  • Operate jib and overhead cranes to manually position heavy fabrications.

Solar Turbines rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 496 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

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Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Starting pay range: $20.03 - 27.04 (additional 7% shift differential for second shift)
Work location: Wamego, KS
Openings available on first or second shift.
First Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm
Second Shift: - Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm- 2:00am
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Sign-on Bonus

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
At the Solar Turbines facility in Wamego, Kansas, we take pride in working together to safely build quality products for our customers to help them succeed.
If you're ready to weld with purpose and grow with a company that's powering the future, Solar Wamego is the place to be.
Description
At Solar's Wamego facility, welders aren't just fabricators - they're precision craftsmen shaping the future of energy. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience with Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), using .035 wire to tack and weld parts in flat and horizontal positions. You'll also work with robotic welding systems and GTAW (TIG), expanding your capabilities through training and experience.
But welding here isn't just about joining metal - it's about building to blueprint. You'll read and interpret engineering drawings, fabricate parts to spec, and follow standard work processes in a team-focused environment. Collaboration is key, and your input matters.
You'll also be trained to operate jib and overhead cranes, manually positioning heavy fabrications in one- and two-person stalls. It's a role that blends technical skill and teamwork - all in a facility that values safety, growth, and craftsmanship.
Basic Qualifications
  • Possess a welding certification or degree in welding; or a minimum of one (1) year welding experience
  • Available to work from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. during the introductory training period
  • Must be 18 years of age, or will be 18 at the time of hire

Top Candidates will also have
  • Experience with MIG and TIG welding
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Ability to work safely and wear all required personal protective equipment
  • Ability to work overtime to support production demands

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
August 5, 2026 - September 2, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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