Drimva

Hitachi

Welder/Metal Fabrication

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America · Full-time · Posted Aug 21, 2025

Experience
Previous GMAW welding experience required.
Education
High school degree or GED equivalent required.
Visa sponsorship
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

About the job

Fabricate and weld transformer components in a heavy manufacturing environment while meeting safety, quality, production, and customer requirements.

What you'll do

  • Fabricate and weld product from engineering drawings, including GMAW welding of coolers, panels, seams, and bases.
  • Operate welding and material-handling equipment, including cranes and forklifts; update job status and complete required records.
  • Monitor work quality, participate in continuous improvement and team activities, and assist with employee training.

What they ask for

  • Previous GMAW welding experience and acceptable welding skills demonstrated during an interview test.
  • Ability to operate industrial equipment, including cranes and forklifts.
  • High school degree or GED equivalent.
  • Already authorized to work in the United States for Hitachi Energy.

Nice to have

  • Basic computer skills and ability to read blueprints and simple schematics.
  • Lean manufacturing experience, including 4Q, JIDOKA, or 6S.

Tools

GMAW

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