Machining Services Welder

Description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world‑class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

Full‑time

• Weld/Repair GE type diaphragms and Westinghouse blade rings.
• Reverse engineer and layout a diaphragm.
• Perform weld repairs with 410 SS and Inco.
• Weld repair all OEM type stationary blades.
• Perform stick weld repairs.
• Weld repair a tight throat, short pitch, 70 partition per half diaphragm.
• Weld repair of nozzles.
• Westinghouse stationary blade repair in place in the unit, nozzle plates still in the shell.
• Weld repairing horizontal joints and shell fits.
• Erosion damage in the hood.
• Lashing lug weld repair.
• Perform silver solder repairs.

• High School Diploma / GED / Apprenticeship classes or trade school (all levels).
• Welding vocational school training or experience in TIG and stick welding – MIG and sub‑arc welding is a plus (level II and III).

• I – no experience required.
• II – minimum 2 years of experience.
• III – minimum 5 years of experience.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% (including internationally).
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and after‑hours.
• Basic knowledge of welding procedures, practices, and techniques required to weld and/or fuse metals together.
• Familiar with Power Generation equipment (level II and III).
• Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrates and mag particle.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to use common precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp.
• Knowledge of silver solder repairs (level III).
• Ability to read, understand, and follow company repair procedures and directions.
• Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, procedures, and other specifications (level III).
• Ability to weld in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions (level II and III).
• Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and determining scheduling time frame (level III).
• Ability to lead other diaphragm welders and supervise work being performed at the customer site (level III).
• Knowledge of arithmetic.
• Good visual and auditory acuity.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Health coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution).
• Savings options: HSA / FSA programs available.
• Protection:
  Company‑paid life insurance + disability coverage.
• Time off:
  Paid time off + paid holidays.
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity.
• Support:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) +  protection.
• Wellness & safety perks:
  On‑site ART sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel‑toed boots.
• Pay add‑ons (as applicable):
  Overtime opportunity, shift/lead differential, travel pay.
• Advancement:
  Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need.
• Recognition:
  Seasonal company‑sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A.
• Industry stability:
  Essential power generation work with long‑term demand.

Repairs Division – St. Louis, MO:

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