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TIG Welder / TIG Fabricator
Location: Hailsham, BN27 4EL
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Benefits: A competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, salary sacrifice company pension, life insurance, a state-of-the-art working environment!
Take Your Career to the Next Level with VACGEN!
For over 60 years, VACGEN has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.
We are now recruiting for a TIG Welder to assume responsibility for fabricating and welding ultra-high vacuum chambers and components, pushing the boundaries of precision engineering.
You will work closely with our Lead Technician, ensuring projects meet exacting standards and are completed within deadlines.
Additionally, as our TIG Welder / TIG Fabricator you will:
- Fabricate and TIG weld vacuum chambers, components and sub-assemblies.
- Collaborate with the Lead Technician to align work schedules and project timelines.
- Conduct quality control evaluations to ensure all products meet our high standards.
- Set up and perform leak testing using helium mass spectrometers to verify the integrity of chamber vessels.
In order to be successful in this role it’s essential that you have:
- At least 3 years of TIG welding and fabrication experience.
- Proven skills in metal fabrication, including the use of precision measuring tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Confidence in meeting deadlines and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic knowledge of turning (advantageous).
- Strong commitment to maintaining and enhancing health and safety standards.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
Vacgen Limited is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status under the Equality Act 2010.
No agencies please.
