Vessel Welder/Fitter

Description

About Piping Technology & Products (PT&P)

PT&P is a trusted leader in the design and manufacturing of engineered products for piping systems, proudly serving industries like oil & gas, power, and chemicals since 1978. Headquartered in Houston, we’re known for innovation, quality, and customer commitment. Join our team and help deliver solutions that keep critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.

Position Summary

The Vessel Welder/Fitter is responsible for fitting, aligning, welding, and fabricating pressure vessels and related components in accordance with engineered drawings, welding procedure specifications (WPS), and applicable codes. This role requires advanced fitting and welding skills, strong blueprint interpretation, and the ability to produce high-quality, code-compliant pressure vessel assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Fit, assemble, and weld pressure vessel components including shells, heads, nozzles, flanges, and supports
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and tolerances
• Perform proper fit-up for welding, including joint preparation, alignment, and root openings
• Weld vessels using GTAW (TIG), SMAW (Stick), FCAW, and/or GMAW per WPS
• Perform full-penetration, multi-pass welds that meet ASME and customer requirements
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication
• Maintain preheat and interpass temperature requirements
• Support and pass NDE inspections (RT, UT, MT, PT); perform approved weld repairs
• Verify dimensional accuracy, roundness, and plumbness prior to and after welding
• Use hand tools, power tools, clamps, strongbacks, fixtures, forklifts, and overhead cranes safely
• Complete travelers, weld logs, and traceability documentation
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must pass company administered Welding and Fitting tests 
• Must pass company administered measuring tape skills test
• 3+ years of vessel welding and fitting or heavy fabrication experience. 
• Proficient in Flux core & TIG Welding 
• Familiarity with welding carbon steel, stainless-steel, and galvanized materials
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and teamwork.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret fabrication drawings, understand work instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation in English required. 
• Basic understanding of welding processes 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods (8+ hours)
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. independently
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and manual handling of materials required
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to tolerate noise, heat, and dust in a manufacturing environment
• Visual acuity to read measuring tools, drawings, and detect quality defects
• Must pass initial and ongoing physical or occupational health screenings (e.g., lifting assessment, vision test, hearing test, etc.)
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection

Work Environment Manufacturing floor with exposure to moving mechanical parts, sharp materials, and moderate to loud noise. May be exposed to hot or cold environments depending on season. Work schedule may include overtime or weekend shifts as needed.