Job Description:

MIG/TIG Welder

Northampshire

Permanent

Hourly rate dependent on experience/Negotiable

Overview

EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with an established engineering manufacturer based in Northamptonshire, which is currently looking for a Skilled MIG/TIG Welder to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business operating within the engineering and fabrication sector, offering a varied and technically focused working environment.

What's in it for you?

• Stability / Longevity: Permanent
• Competitive Salary: Hourly rate dependent on experience/Negotiable
• Location: Northamptonshire
• Hours: Days 8- 4:30 PM

Benefits:

• Paid overtime when workload requires
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, taken around fixed annual shutdowns
• Workplace pension and annual salary review

Your responsibilities will include:

As a MIG/TIG Welder, you will manufacture and assemble fabricated components, ensuring high standards of workmanship, accuracy and weld quality.

You Will:

• Carry out TIG and MIG/MAG welding on aluminium, stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Demonstrate strong AC TIG welding skills, particularly when working with thin-gauge aluminium.
• Prepare and assemble components using engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Control heat input and distortion to achieve consistent, high-quality welds.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets required quality standards.
• Maintain high standards of preparation, cleanliness and accuracy throughout the welding process.

Successful Applicants Must Show:

• Proven experience in both TIG and MIG/MAG welding.
• Strong practical TIG welding ability, particularly with thin aluminium and light-gauge materials.
• Experience welding aluminium alloys using AC TIG.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Experience producing butt and fillet welds on fabricated components.
• A good understanding of welding techniques, joint preparation and quality requirements.
• The ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Desirable:

• Relevant welding qualifications in aluminium and/or steel.
• Experience working to formal welding procedures and quality standards.
• Background in precision engineering, fabrication, automotive or defence manufacturing.

About Us:

EMBS is a specialist talent consultancy connecting exceptional engineering and technology professionals with some of the UK’s most prestigious advanced engineering businesses across Transportation, Energy and Defence. With deep sector expertise and a strong network of industry-leading employers, we’ll provide expert advice and support throughout the process, helping you secure the right opportunity and take the next step in your career.

Please note that, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.