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About the Role
Perform a variety of welding and fabrication activities in a dynamic rail vehicle manufacturing environment, contributing to the production of industry-leading transportation products while developing technical skills and expanding knowledge of advanced welding processes.
Responsibilities
- Perform welding operations required for rail vehicle manufacturing and assembly.
- Operate and develop proficiency with GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and Resistance Spot Welding equipment.
- Set up welding machines with minimal supervision following established procedures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, weld symbols, and welding sequences.
- Set up and utilize fabrication fixtures, jigs, and associated tooling.
- Weld a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Perform weld inspections and dimensional verification to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Collaborate with Supervisors, Level A Welders, Engineering, and Quality teams regarding design or material changes.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Learn from experienced welders and apply feedback to meet company and customer requirements.
- Assist with new process implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilize digital tools and technology to support daily manufacturing activities.
- Follow all Alstom Zero Deviation Procedures and Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, vocational degree, welding certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 to 8 years of welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment.
- Experience working with GMAW, GTAW, and Resistance Spot Welding processes.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and weld symbols.
- Knowledge of welding equipment setup, operation, and safe work practices.
- Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum materials.
- Ability to pass applicable Level B Welder qualification tests.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and burning equipment.
- Understanding of fabrication methods, fixture setup, and basic mechanical principles.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and established sequences of operation.
- Experience with SMAW and FCAW welding processes.
- Knowledge of arc and spot weld inspection methods and applicable acceptance criteria.
- AWS, ANST, or equivalent welding certifications, or the ability to obtain certification.
- Familiarity with dimensional inspection and measurement techniques.
- Knowledge of post-weld finishing methods including stainless steel graining, passivation, and straightening.
- Ability to pass required visual acuity testing and demonstrate strong hand-eye coordination.
- Experience supporting process improvement and troubleshooting activities.
- Familiarity with digital manufacturing tools and technology.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and processes.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to accept feedback and apply it constructively.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to share knowledge and collaborate across departments.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Skills
- GMAW (MIG)
- GTAW (TIG)
- Resistance Spot Welding
- Blueprint reading
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Work instruction interpretation
- Weld symbol interpretation
- Welding sequences
- Fabrication fixture setup
- Jig setup
- Tooling setup
- Carbon steel welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Aluminum welding
- Weld inspection
- Dimensional verification
- Hand tool usage
- Power tool usage
- Burning equipment usage
- Fabrication methods
- Mechanical principles
- SMAW welding
- FCAW welding
- Arc weld inspection
- Spot weld inspection
- Dimensional inspection
- Measurement techniques
- Post-weld finishing
- Stainless steel graining
- Passivation
- Straightening
- Visual acuity testing
- Hand-eye coordination
- Process improvement support
- Troubleshooting
- Digital manufacturing tools
- Teamwork
- Communication
Location
- Hornell, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- Union Position
Experience Level
- 5 to 8 years of welding experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma
- Vocational degree
- Welding certificate
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary/Compensations
- $30.96/hour
Benefits
- Stability
- Challenges
- Long-term career growth opportunities
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Benefits and programs available under the applicable collective bargaining agreement
About the Company
- Alstom understands transport networks and what moves people.
- Offers the broadest portfolio in the industry, including high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility.
- Colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities while reducing carbon emissions and replacing cars.
- The rail industry is here to stay, offering opportunities for growth and development.
Equal Opportunity
- As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in.
- We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.