Structural & Process Welder — Custom Equipment Fabrication

What if your next weld powered an entire production line?

At Re:Build Optimation in Rochester, NY, we turn engineered ideas into precision-built machines, skids, and structures for customers across energy, chemical, food, glass, aerospace, and clean tech. We’re part of Re:Build Manufacturing—a growing family of industrial companies using advanced tech and great execution to rebuild American manufacturing.

Your Challenge

Bring craftsmanship, curiosity, and teamwork to a shop where no two builds are the same. You’ll start where your skills are today and climb from L1 to L5—expanding your range from MIG/stick in flat and horizontal to vertical/overhead, TIG on stainless, and pressure applications.

How You’ll Contribute

• Produce sound welds and clean beads; help set up welders, fixtures, and fab tools.
• Lay out, fit, and tack from basic shop drawings and weld symbols.
• Prep/align pipe, tube, and structural materials; shadow stainless processes.
• Participate in visual inspections; spot and prevent common weld defects.
• Keep a safe, orderly environment aligned with OSHA, 5S, and company procedures.
• Partner with fabricators, machinists, engineers, and project teams on varied builds.
• Progress steadily into more advanced positions, materials, and codes as you grow.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a recognized welding program or apprenticeship.
• Fundamental knowledge of welding equipment, processes, and safety.
• Track record of reliable flat and horizontal welds.
• Ability to follow basic schematics and shop documentation.
• A growth mindset toward advanced welding and fabrication.

How We Work

We value responsibility, collaboration, and craftsmanship. You’ll get coaching from experienced tradespeople, plus the autonomy to take on as much as you can handle. Expect variety, high standards, and the satisfaction of shipping work you’re proud of.

Compensation & Ownership

The hourly range for this role is expected to be $27.00 to $55.00, based on education and years of experience. This role is eligible to participate in our annual bonus plan and long term incentive plan.

We are building something bigger than a single project. Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

Join a Team That Reflects Our Communities

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.