Tig Welder

Job Title: TIG Welder
Job Description

This role focuses on precision TIG welding of stainless steel tubing, pipe, and structural components for high-quality process equipment. You will fabricate custom stainless steel systems, follow detailed engineering drawings, and ensure every weld meets strict sanitary and aesthetic standards in a clean, climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel tubing, pipe, and structural components in accordance with project drawings and welding procedures.
• Weld sanitary process tubing to meet strict cleanliness and quality standards, following all specified welding procedures.
• Fabricate custom stainless steel equipment, including process skids, tanks, heat exchangers, piping assemblies, and support structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, isometric piping drawings, and fabrication prints to plan and execute work accurately.
• Fit, align, tack, and assemble components prior to final welding to ensure proper fit-up and structural integrity.
• Perform orbital weld preparation when required, ensuring joints are properly prepared for high-quality welds.
• Maintain proper weld purge techniques and cleanliness throughout the welding process to achieve high-quality internal and external welds.
• Inspect completed welds for appearance, penetration, and overall quality, making adjustments as needed to meet specifications.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as saws, grinders, belt sanders, drill presses, and layout tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support sanitary welding practices and consistent product quality.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of TIG welding experience, preferably with sanitary stainless steel applications.
• Proficiency in TIG welding 304L and 316L stainless steel materials.
• Ability to weld thin-wall tubing without distortion while maintaining structural integrity and appearance.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, isometric piping drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication prints.
• Strong TIG welding skills for stainless steel tubing, pipe, and structural components.
• Ability to perform accurate fitting, aligning, tacking, and assembly of components prior to welding.
• Competence in using fabrication tools and equipment, including saws, grinders, belt sanders, drill presses, and layout tools.
• Attention to detail in maintaining weld purge techniques and cleanliness throughout the welding process.
• Capability to evaluate welds for appearance, penetration, and overall quality and make necessary corrections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience welding sanitary process tubing in regulated or cleanliness-focused environments.
• Background in fabricating process skids, tanks, heat exchangers, piping assemblies, and stainless steel support structures.
• Familiarity with orbital weld preparation and related tooling.
• Comfort working from detailed engineering documentation and collaborating with engineering and fabrication teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to custom and one-off fabrication projects.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in welding and fabrication practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a mission-driven organization that combines innovative biotech and engineering solutions in a collaborative, small-company environment. The team culture encourages cross-functional learning, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and opportunities to broaden your skills beyond day-to-day welding. You can expect a supportive atmosphere where your craftsmanship is valued and your professional growth is a priority.

Work Environment

You will work in a super clean shop that is climate controlled and intentionally kept cool to support both comfort and process quality. The role follows a first-shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The environment is organized, safety-focused, and equipped with fabrication tools such as saws, grinders, belt sanders, drill presses, and layout tools, enabling you to perform precise stainless steel fabrication in a controlled setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Danville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Danville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.