Welder

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Shift: 6 am-4:30 pm CT Monday-Thursday

Who will you be working with?

Our production floor comprises of a host of different crafts, each with their respective duties, and types of expertise. As a member of the team, you will work closely with all departments and key stakeholders. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be a key team member responsible for performing the qualified welds with a high degree of quality and efficiency. FCAW and GMAW experience are required.  Stainless steel experience a plus.  The welder must successfully complete the required welding test, specific to type, material and position which allows the welder to be qualified within the Wabtec quality system.

• Read and follow standard work, BOM’s, blueprints, routings, specifications, and other diagrams/instructions in order to build and assemble parts and equipment in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Handle material, tools, and equipment manually or with jib crane, performing own hitching as required.
• Maintain high quality standards.
• Consistently maintains level of productivity as determined by management.
• Layout, cut and fit parts as required to weld in place.

What do we want to know about you?

A qualified candidate will be considered based on:

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 3-5+ years in custom build shop preferred
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to operate a computer to read and input data.
• Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.
• Ability to hold oneself accountable for results.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to pass either the 2G GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) or 2G FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Weld) with-in a reasonable amount of time (90-days)

What will your typical day look like?

Daily tasks include Employees are regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, bend, work underneath equipment, reach above shoulders, and climb, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance. You will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment including seasonal variation in temperatures and occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes or by-products.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at