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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Solar Turbines scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Solar Turbines is a Caterpillar subsidiary headquartered in San Diego, California, that designs, manufactures and services industrial gas turbines, compressor sets and power generation packages used in oil and gas, power and industrial applications. Founded in 1927 as an aircraft company and owned by Caterpillar since 1981, it runs manufacturing, overhaul and field service operations in the US, Mexico and Europe, with sales and service offices in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Its openings cover engine and sheet metal mechanics, overhaul and field service technicians, supplier and industrial engineers, buyers, logistics and proposal staff.

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Project Structural Welder B

As a Structural Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions.

Additional Information:

  • Urgently hiring
  • Multiple openings
  • This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX
  • No relocation package is available

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions
  • Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
  • Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
  • Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
  • Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be able to successfully pass the structural welder qualification test and weld with FCAW process
  • Be available to work 2ndshift
  • Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
  • Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends
  • Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
  • Ability to perform simple computer operations

Desired Qualifications:

  • Combination Structural Welder and Fitter
  • One (1) to three (3) years of FCAW welding experience with structural steel components
  • One year of GMAW welding experience
  • At least one (1) year of experience Air Carbon Arc Gouging

Top Candidates:

  • Combination Structural Welder and Fitter
  • Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
  • Experience with Automated or Mechanized welding systems such as: Robotic Welding Cells, Orbital Welding and/or Track Welders
  • 6GR Qualification
  • Leadership Experience

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position:

  • Background Screening
  • Physical and drug/alcohol screening

Summary Pay Range:

$22.74 - $34.11

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

  • 401(k) savings plans*

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

  • Health Lifestyle Programs*

  • Employee Assistance Program*

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

  • Career Development*

  • Incentive bonus*

  • Disability benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Adoption benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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