Welding Technician

ABOUT THE COMPANY

BURN is an eclectic group of designers, builders, and visionaries who are committed to making stoves that can transform lives and save forests. Our goal is not just to provide clean burning wood and charcoal stoves but to provide a range of super fuel efficient stoves for the 2 billion people who will inhabit sub Saharan Africa by 2050. Read below to find out a bit more about the members of the team.

JOB SUMMARY

Burn is looking for a Welding Technician who will be responsible for executing high-quality welding on stove components, ensuring accuracy, structural integrity, and adherence to production standards. The role also supports production efficiency by collaborating with engineering and operations teams, maintaining safety compliance, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.Skills and ExperienceMinimum of 2–4 years’ experience in welding or metal fabrication (preferably in a manufacturing setting)Prior experience in stove manufacturing, sheet metal work, or similar industries is an added advantage.Proven hands-on experience with MIG, TIG, and ARC welding in a manufacturing or fabrication environmentAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols accuratelyStrong understanding of welding techniques, metallurgy, and material properties (especially mild steel and stainless steel)Experience with jigs, fixtures, and gauges.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Top Ring WeldingPerform top ring welding in accordance with approved drawings and specifications, ensuring proper alignment, dimensional accuracy, defined weld patterns, minimal distortion, and required post-weld finishing.Metal Frame WeldingWeld institutional stove metal frames as per design drawings, ensuring squareness, flatness, structural integrity, proper joint preparation, and consistent weld quality.Automation & Machine supportDemonstrate a strong willingness to learn and support automated welding processes by assisting in machine commissioning, set up trials, and troubleshooting during ramp-up and production.Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize welding parameters, fixtures, cycle times and ensure stable output, including changeovers and basic adjustments.Tools, Equipment, Materials and Team SupportOperate MIG, ARC or TIG welding equipment as applicable, using jigs, fxtures and gauges to ensure dimensional accuracy while handling raw materials and finished components carefully to prevent damageSupport training of casual team members, assist in the development and improvement of jigs and fixtures and supervise the team as required to ensure safe and efficient operations.Operations & PerformanceCoordinate with production, quality and engineering teams to address issues and report design, fit up or process concerns. Ensure dimensional accuracy, zero or minimal rework due to welding defects and timely completion of work in line with the production schedule.Safety and complianceOperate MIG, ARC or TIG welding equipment using approved procedures, fixtures, gauges and required PPE, while adhering to shop floor safety rules, welding safety standards, and electrical and fire safety requirements. Maintain a clean, organized work area and handle materials and components carefully to prevent damage.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Metal cutting, Welding, Metal work, Mechanical drawings, Measuring equipment

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree