Fabrication Welder

Fabrication Welder

Chicago, United States

Company
PROENERGY
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
45K–55K a year
Posted
6 days ago
Via
JobLeads

Job Description
PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.
Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.
Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.
Position Summary

Use of MIG welders and flame-cutting equipment to build power plant components as specified by layouts, work orders, or blueprints.

Reports To: Fabrication Manager

Work Location: 6246 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Please note this is full-time position 100% based at our facility in Houston, TX. As such, there are no travel requirements or per diems.
Position Responsibilities
• Review layouts, blueprints, diagrams, or work orders in preparation for welding or cutting metal components.
• Position work pieces and clamps together or assembles in jigs or fixtures.
• Ignites torch or starts power supply and strikes arc.
• Selects and inserts electrode or gas nozzle into holder and connects hoses and cables to obtain gas or specified amperage, voltage, or polarity.
• Connects and turns regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure to obtain desired flame on torch equipment.
• Selects and installs proper consumables according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Guides electrodes or torch along weld line at specified speed and angle to weld, melt, cut, or trim metal.
• Welds metal parts or components together, using MIG welding equipment.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes and increases size of metal parts, using welding equipment.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position.
• Inspects finished work piece for conformance to specifications.
Required Qualifications
• High school diploma/GED and/or 2 years of experience with the basic GMAW (gas metal arc welding), FCAW (flux cored arc welding).
• All potential new hires for this level must pass a weld test for FCAW in the 2G and 3G configurations (horizontal and vertical up).
• All plate weld coupons are subject to CWI inspection, and bend test before any applicant can be hired. All level 2 coupons are standard carbon A-36 plate ½ inch in thickness in all positions.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Candidate must also pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Desired Qualifications
• Must have basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) knowledge.
• Must know how to effectively use the following measuring devices and basic tools: tape measure, micrometer, calipers, square, level, angle finder, and weld gauges.
• Must have ability to operate forklift safely.
• Must have the ability and knowledge to rig properly and safely run an overhead style crane.
• Machine list should include but not be limited to Miller and/or Lincoln power sources.
• This position requires the knowledge of amperage, wire speed, and consumable replacement from liners, gas tips, and wire spool replacement on all the specified types of welding, while still maintaining cost effectiveness.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $51,750 as of May 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,890 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $68,210. Wages vary by industry, with structural metals manufacturing paying a median of $55,420.
Q What visa options are available for foreign welders to work in the United States in 2026?
USCIS offers H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural welders, with a cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split between 33,000 for first half and 33,000 for second half. Employers must file Form I-129 at least 75 days before work start and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL. Permanent residency via EB-3 requires Schedule A designation for skilled welders with 2 years experience.
Q What education and experience are required for entry-level welder jobs in the US?
The Department of Labor states that entry-level welders typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a 6-18 month apprenticeship program with 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training. No prior experience is required for registered apprenticeships, but basic math and blueprint reading skills are essential. Most programs require applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the United States?
DOL requires submission of a high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+), a valid driver's license, and a drug test result for welder apprenticeship applications. Additional documents include a resume listing any metalworking experience and results from an aptitude test administered by the sponsor. Applications must be submitted through the Apprenticeship.gov portal by the program's deadline.
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