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Welder Fabrication Technician

ERG

Job Location:

Chapel Hill, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 50000 - 65000

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is hiring a skilled welder/fabrication technician to support technical research and fabrication activities for the US EPAs Office of Research and selected candidate will work in machine shops andindustrialenvironments supporting fabrication of custom components and research apparatus.

Responsibilities include working with researchers and technical staff to develop fabricate and install components based on drawings designs or conceptual ideas.

Job Description:

Perform TIG welding on aluminum (0.062 and up) and stainless steel (0.030 and up)
Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel
Fabricate intricate and structural components in stainless aluminum and carbon steel
Build custom sampling apparatus and components from drawings or conceptual designs
Layout fit-up bend and install stainless-steel tubing and pipe (1/8 to 10)
Operate shop equipment (brakes grinders sanders welders drill presses band saws)
Operate/support wood shop equipment (table saws panel saws miter saws)
Maintain materials tools and hardware inventory
Assist with general shop technician duties as needed
Complete Shop Services Request forms accurately
Maintain clean organized work areas
Work safely and participate in all safety programs

Qualifications and Skills:

High school diploma; trade school training preferred
5 years of professional welding experience
Proficiency welding stainless steel aluminum and carbon steel (TIG and MIG)
Ability to fabricate from drawings designs or conceptual ideas
Working knowledge of related trades (e.g. electrical machining pipefitting) in industrial settings
Ability to operate or learn a wide range of shop equipment
Strong commitment to safety and shop cleanliness
Ability to pass a government background check

$50000 - $65000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .

ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

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