Sub Arc Welder - 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 Girth Seam Welder, you will operate and manage Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) systems to complete girth seam welds on pipe and cylindrical products.
This role requires a high level of control and awareness, including managing rotation-based welding, maintaining consistent weld profiles, and executing clean tie-ins.
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) requiring focus, discipline, and consistent execution.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for girth seam weldingPerform full-circumference welds on rotating pipe or cylindrical componentsSet 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 cleaning and fit-up verificationMaintain welding equipment in safe, working conditionsKeep work area clean, organized, and aligned with safety standards
What It Takes to Be Successful
Proven experience with Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) in pipe or cylindrical applicationsStrong understanding of girth seam welding and rotational welding processesAbility to manage heat input and consistency across a full circumferenceExperience with tie-ins, starts/stops, and defect minimizationWorking knowledge of API, AWS, and ASME standardsAbility to read and interpret blueprints and welding schematicsExperience identifying weld defectsHigh attention to detail and commitment to qualityReliable and able to perform in a 12-hour night shift environment
Preferred Experience
Experience with large-diameter pipe girth weldingPrior work in API-regulated environmentsExperience working alongside NDE (X-ray/UT) quality processesExperience welding tandem electrodes