Job Description

Submerged Arc Welder - Roles and Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

Set up and operate

Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)

equipment according to specifications and work instructions. Select and install appropriate

flux

,

electrode wires

, and

welding parameters

(voltage, amperage, travel speed) based on job requirements. Interpret and follow

blueprints

,

technical drawings

, and

weld symbols

. Prepare base materials through

cleaning

,

grinding

, or

preheating

as necessary. Perform

automatic or semi-automatic

welding on structural components, pipes, tanks, or pressure vessels. Monitor welds during operation to ensure proper

penetration

,

bead profile

, and

fusion

. Conduct

visual inspections

and use measuring tools to ensure weld quality meets required specifications and tolerances. Address and correct defects such as

slag inclusions

,

porosity

,

undercuts

, or

lack of fusion

. Operate

overhead cranes

,

manipulators

, or

welding tractors

where needed to position heavy components. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment, adhering to

company safety protocols

and

PPE usage

. Complete job documentation, such as weld logs, quality reports, or time sheets.

Technical & Operational Duties

Calibrate and adjust SAW equipment to maintain

weld consistency

across long seams. Apply

single-wire

,

twin-wire

, or

tandem wire

welding techniques as needed. Use

backing bars

,

fixtures

, or

rotators

to aid in positioning and welding. Understand different

joint designs

(butt, fillet, groove) and adjust welding technique accordingly. Monitor and maintain flux recovery and recycling systems.

Quality & Safety Compliance

Follow

welding procedures

in compliance with industry standards such as

AWS

,

ASME

, or

ISO

. Perform or assist with

non-destructive testing (NDT)

preparation and documentation. Identify and report any deviations from design specifications or quality concerns. Participate in regular

safety meetings

,

toolbox talks

, and

continuous improvement initiatives

.
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Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Proven experience operating

Submerged Arc Welding

systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Welding certifications (e.g.,

AWS D1.1

,

ASME Section IX

, or equivalent) preferred. Ability to read and interpret

technical drawings

,

WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications)

, and

material standards

. Strong knowledge of

welding metallurgy

and weld defects. Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with

heavy fabrication equipment

.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person