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Sletten Companies

Certified Welding Inspector

Great Falls, MT · On-site

$25.75 - $34.75/hr

Communicating with Project Manager to determine the specific requirements of a given work order ... Background in handling Structural Steel/Pipe Welding/Refineries * Extensive working knowledge and ...

Hennig Inc

Project Manager

Machesney Park, IL · On-site

This project management position will entail heavy industrial machinery for the Generator Back-up ... Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time, Kanban, Demand Flow Technology, etc. • Experience in welding ...

Axis Automation

Project Manager

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... welding applications preferred • Comprehensive understanding of Project Management best practices and processes • Proficiency utilizing common project management tools (Microsoft Teams, Excel ...

Hennig

Project Manager

Machesney Park, IL · On-site

In this role as a Project Manager, you will coordinate the effort to bring all elements of the ... Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time, Kanban, Demand Flow Technology, etc. · Experience in welding and ...

Axis Automation

Project Manager

Walker, MI · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... welding applications preferred • Comprehensive understanding of Project Management best practices and processes • Proficiency utilizing common project management tools (Microsoft Teams, Excel ...

Actalent

Project Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

Apply practical understanding of fabrication, welding, testing, and production workflows to anticipate issues and maintain smooth project execution. * Manage multiple concurrent projects or ...

NHS Mechanical

Project Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

Project Manager Project management expectations and job duties 1. Provide project management for ... mechanical piping, weld piping, stainless piping, fused piping, underground piping, setting ...

Invio Automation

Project Manager

Hudson, NH · On-site

... welding technologies, vision systems, and precision dispensing solutions such as high-viscosity ... Manage the overall project/program team to complete tasks on schedule. * Monitor and manage ...

National HVAC Service

Project Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

Description Project Manager Project management expectations and job duties 1. Provide project ... mechanical piping, weld piping, stainless piping, fused piping, underground piping, setting ...

Hire Velocity, LLC

Project Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

Project Manager Project management expectations and job duties * Provide project management for the ... mechanical piping, weld piping, stainless piping, fused piping, underground piping, setting ...

Gulf

Sr. Welding Inspector

Asheville, NC

Welding Inspector Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the ... including the Client's Project Manager. Employee is required to comply with the Client ...

Invio Automation

Project Manager

Hudson, NH

... welding technologies, vision systems, and precision dispensing solutions such as high-viscosity ... Manage the overall project/program team to complete tasks on schedule. * Monitor and manage ...

TERRACON

Certified Welding Inspector

Sacramento, CA

$30 - $40.75/hr

Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project ... American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) * American Society for ...

BWX Technologies

Project Engineer - Welding

Barberton, OH · On-site

$62K - $97K/yr

Our joint ventures provide environmental remediation and nuclear operations management at more than ... Project Engineer - Welding - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, Ohio Responsibilities include:

TERRACON

Certified Welding Inspector

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$36 - $50.40/hr

Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project ... American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) * American Society for ...

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How much do welding project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding project manager in the United States is $29.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can you make $300,000 as a welder?

Welding project managers and experienced welders with specialized skills, certifications, and leadership responsibilities can potentially earn $300,000 or more annually, especially in high-demand industries or with overtime and bonuses. However, typical salaries for welders are generally lower, and reaching this level often requires extensive experience, advanced certifications, and working in lucrative sectors or locations.

Can you make $100,000 as a welder?

Welding project managers and experienced welders with specialized skills, certifications, and the ability to work in high-demand industries can potentially earn $100,000 or more annually. Factors such as location, industry, certifications, and years of experience influence earning potential in welding careers.

What is the highest paid welder position?

The highest paid welder positions are often specialized roles such as underwater welders, pipeline welders, or aerospace welders, which require advanced skills, certifications, and safety training. These roles can earn six-figure salaries due to the high risk and technical expertise involved.

What is the difference between Welding Project Manager vs Welding Supervisor?

AspectWelding Project ManagerWelding Supervisor
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Supervisor), project management credentialsWelding certifications, supervisory training
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, coordinates teams, manages budgetsSupervises daily welding operations, directs welders on-site
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, scheduling, client communication, project deliveryMonitoring welding quality, safety compliance, team supervision

The Welding Project Manager focuses on planning and overseeing entire welding projects, including client communication and budget management. In contrast, the Welding Supervisor handles daily on-site welding activities, ensuring quality and safety. Both roles require welding certifications, but the Project Manager emphasizes project coordination, while the Supervisor concentrates on operational supervision.

Can you make 200k as a welder?

Welding project managers or experienced welders with specialized skills, certifications, and leadership responsibilities can potentially earn $200,000 or more annually, especially in high-demand industries or locations with a high cost of living. Achieving this level typically requires extensive experience, advanced certifications, and often overseeing large or complex projects. Entry-level welders usually earn significantly less, and reaching a $200,000 salary involves advancing into management or highly skilled roles.
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Principal Project Manager

Principal Project Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Manning, SC • On-site

$103K - $129K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
As a Principal Field Project Manager, you will be responsible for all project management processes on high-complexity projects, or a portfolio of medium to high-complexity projects. Lead and establish a healthy collaborative working environment with large teams, including cross-department roles such as Project Controls, Quality, Engineering and other Project Managers.
You will report to the Manager Field Service Operations and will be considered a remote employee and will travel to specified project locations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • You will lead a variety of welding, machining and large components replacement projects performed during nuclear power plant outages.
  • Oversee and provide input to development of cost estimates and proposals for field service projects, in the nuclear power sector. Support customer negotiations and be an advocate for Westinghouse value-added opportunities at customer sites.
  • Complete the project planning processes, including authoring project management plans, procedures, schedules, challenge meetings, cost baselines/projections and financials reporting, invoicing, risk and partner registers per the Westinghouse Enterprise Project Management Office programs and Specialty Welding & Machining Project Playbook.
  • Be the driving factor during project execution at customer sites that lead our teams to safe and event-free, first-time quality project deliveries including schedule performance vs. baseline, tracking and projecting financials, invoicing, logging project performance details and lessons learned, and active partner management with internal and external communications. Develop and implement recovery plans when projects are off-track.
  • Ensure project closure by archiving work in financial, scheduling, document management, and resource management systems/tools. Perform final project quality assessments and reports. Communicate best practices, opportunities for improvement, lessons learned, and risk avoidance for future work.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable disciplines: Project Management, Engineering, Science, or a related technical degree or equivalent non-degreed technical experience in an industrial environment (field service, nuclear, power plant, NDE, oil/gas).
  • 5 years of project management experience or 3 years of project management/supervisory experience and 2+ years of technical field experience (e.g., field service, nuclear, power plant, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), oil/gas industry) may be considered as equivalent.
  • 6-10 plus years of applicable Project Management experience preferred, specifically in Construction Management, large component replacements, and working with union represented craft workforce.• Experience leading field-based projects, particularly at nuclear plants during outages, and observing Safety and Non-Safety Related Quality Programs, ASME codes and several types of NDE.
  • Leadership and hands-on field experience with both non-union and union represented workforce for pipe fitting, boilermakers, machinists, manual and automated welding, and nuclear system piping repairs.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, is estimated to be ($103,200 to $129,000) per year.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
  • Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
  • Safety and Quality
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Customer Focus and Innovation
  • Speed and Passion to Win
  • Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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