| Location | Houston, TX |
Sub Arc Welder - Long Seam or Girth SeamNight Shift (6 PM - 6 AM)
Who We AreAt North Shore Steel and our affiliated companies, we produce large-diameter pipe and structural products that require precision welding to meet demanding industry standards.
Our girth seam welders play a critical role in final weld integrity, work that directly impacts quality, safety, and performance in the field.
If you're a Sub Arc welder who understands full-circumference welds, tie-ins, and maintaining consistency through rotation, this is where your skillset stands out.
Position SummaryAs a Sub Arc Long Seam Welder, you will operate and manage Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) systems to produce high-quality long-seam welds on pipe and structural components.
This role is focused on repeatable, high-quality production welding, requiring a strong understanding of machine setup, weld parameters, and quality standards. You will also support repair work when defects are identified, working closely with Quality and production teams.
This is a night shift role (6 PM - 6 AM) and requires a welder who is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to maintain focus and consistency throughout the shift.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for long seam weldingPerform long-seam welds on pipe/cylindersSet and adjust welding parameters to maintain proper penetration and bead profile per code requirementsExecute clean starts, stops, and tie-ins with minimal defectsMonitor weld performance throughout rotation and adjust as neededRead and interpret Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), blueprints, and weld symbolsPerform carbon arc gouging and grinding to remove defects when requiredPrepare weld surfaces, including cleaningMaintain welding equipment in safe, working conditionsKeep work area clean, organized, and aligned with safety standards
What It Takes to Be Successful
Proven experience operating Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipmentStrong understanding of weld parameters, heat input, and deposition controlExperience in pipe welding or large structural steel fabricationAbility to read and interpret blueprints and welding schematicsWorking knowledge of applicable standards (API, AWS, ASME)Experience with multi-process welding environments (SAW, MIG, FCAW, SMAW)Ability to identify weld defects and support repair processesStrong attention to detail with a focus on consistency and qualityReliable and able to maintain performance during 12-hour night shifts
Preferred Experience (Strongly Valued)
Experience with long-seam pipe welding in a production environmentFamiliarity with AWS and ASME standards for pipe manufacturingPrior experience in high-volume, automated or semi-automated welding operationsExperience welding tandem electrodes
Girth Seam (please see Girth Seam job posting)
Experience with large-diameter pipe girth weldingPrior work in API-regulated environmentsExperience working alongside NDE (X-ray/UT) quality processes