V- Welder Intern
Penn Entertainment
1 day ago
Internship
On-site
Sedalia, Missouri, United States
V- Welder Intern
About PROENERGY
PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.
Our Footprint
PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.
In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.
In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.
In Kansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.
And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.
Position Summary
A Welding Intern assists in the specialized maintenance and restoration of critical Aero-derivative gas turbine components. Unlike general repair roles, this position requires extreme precision due to the high-performance alloys used in turbines.
Reports To: Repair Supervisor
Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301
Position Responsibilities
- Precision Component Repair: Assist in restoring structural integrity to damaged or worn parts such as rotating parts, stationary parts, combustors, etc.
- Specialized Welding Processes: Gain supervised experience using TIG (GTAW) welding on high-strength alloys like titanium, inconel, and stainless steel.
- Damage Assessment & Inspection: Learn to identify abnormalities such as cracks, corrosion, or bulges through visual checks and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods like dye penetrant or ultrasonic testing.
- Surface & Material Preparation: Clean weld joints, remove slag, and perform precision grinding and polishing to meet strict aerodynamic and structural tolerances.
- Blueprint & Manual Interpretation: Interpret complex engineering drawings, welding symbols, and maintenance manuals to ensure every repair follows FAA or NASA standards.
- Meticulous Documentation: Document every repair step in maintenance logs for full traceability and regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or a related technical field.
- Technical Proficiency: Foundational knowledge of TIG welding and basic metallurgy (how heat affects metal properties).
- Attention to Detail: An unwavering eye for detail is required, as minor imperfections can jeopardize safety and efficiency.
- Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
- Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Controlled Environments: Often works in highly controlled "clean rooms" to prevent metal contamination.
- Mobility: Ability to kneel, stoop, or crouch for extended periods to reach difficult repair spots on aircraft frames.
- Strength: Capacity to lift and handle delicate but heavy metal components (typically 15–35 lbs frequently).
It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law