Apprentice Welder

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream-we're making it reality.

For over two decades, we've been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what's possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled "time-to-power" capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a Apprentice Welder to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor and based in Newark, DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role.

Role and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret Work Instruction's to determine specific welding requirements
• Weld horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
• Position and clamps parts together in fixtures
• Accurately count all pieces to ensure quality control of parts prior to welding
• Operate welding equipment according to operating manual
• Complete required paperwork in a correct and timely manner
• Operate hoist and power lift stand
• Load and unload jigs
• Perform leak testing checks on finished welding products
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and/or Work Instructions exactly as written to produce a quality product
• Fabricate components for use in a solid oxide fuel cell electrical power generator
• Maintain all machine shop equipment and 5S upkeep
• Notify management of shop consumables (i.e. cutting oils, welding gasses, tooling and bits, etc.) in order to maintain inventories
• Create assembly and fabrication fixtures
• Address and recommend improved methods for creating hardware and assemblies
• Perform basic job functions as directed safely and efficiently
• Could be required to travel to other Bloom facilities within the Delaware locations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 1 year required experience in TIG Welding, both DC and AC (GTAW), pulsed TIG Welding (GTAW-P), stick welding (SMAW) and Oxy-Acetylene Torch experience
• 1 year required working experience
• 2-3 years working experience preferred where hands on manufacturing practices were required
• Required experience in following required work instructions
• Preferred TIG experience with INCONEL/ Stainless steel
• Preferred experience interpreting welding prints
• Preferred valid certificate in Welding from an accredited institution
• Must have mechanical skills and able to use basic shop tools and equipment

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. at a time.
• Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products as directed.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Could be required to wear a respirator and pass a Fit test.

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Salary Ranges

$20.75 - $29.85