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Overview

Position: Welder (FCAW & GTAW)
Location: Camden, NJ; Advanced Manufacturing Division

Holtec International is seeking highly skilled Welders proficient in Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) to support the fabrication of critical components for the nuclear, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in multiple welding positions and processes and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and precision in a heavy-plate manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality welds on carbon steel and stainless steel using FCAW and GTAW in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Set up and operate automatic, semi-automatic, and manual welding equipment.
• Follow technical drawings and specifications to ensure work meets Holtec’s rigorous quality standards.
• Prepare, position, align, and fit materials for welding based on engineering drawings, work orders, and WPS (Weld Procedure Specifications).
• Execute welding operations in all required positions, ensuring high-quality welds that meet visual and X-ray inspection standards.
• Use measurement and layout tools to confirm part dimensions and tolerances; monitor fitting, burning, and welding to avoid distortion or overheating.
• Layout, tack weld, heat-bend, clamp, grind, and bolt components to ensure accurate preparation and alignment prior to welding.
• Inspect welds visually and ensure adherence to AWS and Holtec quality standards.
• Operate a range of welding equipment (manual, semi-automatic, automatic), including GTAW, FCAW, SAW, and plasma arc; handle materials with overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with housekeeping and safety standards.

*Must pass pre-employment weld tests administered in accordance with Holtec’s WPS requirements. May be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, or travel based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2–4 years of welding experience in a heavy plate manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to perform and pass FCAW weld tests in 2G and 3G positions.
• Proficiency with FCAW and GTAW on carbon and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of AWS standards and industry best practices.

Desirable qualifications

• ASME Section IX and/or AWS D1.1/D1.6 certifications.
• Experience in nuclear or high-spec industrial fabrication environments.
• Multi-process welding experience (e.g., SMAW, GMAW, SAW) is a plus.
• Familiarity with digital weld documentation and inspection tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance

Salary

Salary Range: $26 per hour to $37 per hour based on experience.