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TIG Welder green card sponsorship is available through the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of verified experience. Employers file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS, making job selection and employer preparation critical to a successful permanent residency outcome.
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Aurora, IL, US, 60504
Business Unit: Level Measurement Solutions
Posting Date: Nov 9, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The responsibilities of the TIG Welder are: Layout, measure, and align metal work pieces prior to welding using straightedges, rules, and calipers. Cut and deburr metal components, assess welds to ensure they are clean, free of error and in accordance with relevant welding codes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow current Standard Work with excellence, including accountability for quality of work performed.
- Identify all out-of-standard and nonconforming conditions; alert Team Lead and/or Supervisor for remediation.
- Understand and identify sources of waste in the workflow and work with Team Lead / Supervisor to eliminate.
- Identify and propose ideas to improve safety, quality, throughput, and teamwork.
- Execute and maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S methods.
- Continuously learn new job skills within the workflow / plant to improve overall effectiveness of the organization.
- Perform all work according to area and AMETEK procedures and code of conduct.
- Able to execute standard work with support from others on complex tasks.
- Able to operate Value Stream workstation.
- Fit, setup and operate all tools and equipment necessary to execute standard work. Proficient with TIG welding.
- All standard weld qualifications (SST, CS, SST to CS).
- Able to assess and resolve simple problems in execution of standard work with support from others on complex tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years’ experience.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Basic computer literacy using Microsoft Windows.
- Basic math skills and ability to use basic measurement equipment (ruler, scale, calipers, tape measure).
- Ability to use various hand tools (wire strippers, pliers, wrenches, etc.).
- Stooping, kneeling, standing for long periods of time.
- Lifting (regularly up to 50 lbs.).
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and depth perception.
COMPENSATION
- Employee Type: Hourly
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 50,000
- Salary Maximum: 55,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
LOCATION:
Aurora, IL, US, 60504
Business Unit: Level Measurement Solutions
Posting Date: Nov 9, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The responsibilities of the TIG Welder are: Layout, measure, and align metal work pieces prior to welding using straightedges, rules, and calipers. Cut and deburr metal components, assess welds to ensure they are clean, free of error and in accordance with relevant welding codes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow current Standard Work with excellence, including accountability for quality of work performed.
- Identify all out-of-standard and nonconforming conditions; alert Team Lead and/or Supervisor for remediation.
- Understand and identify sources of waste in the workflow and work with Team Lead / Supervisor to eliminate.
- Identify and propose ideas to improve safety, quality, throughput, and teamwork.
- Execute and maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S methods.
- Continuously learn new job skills within the workflow / plant to improve overall effectiveness of the organization.
- Perform all work according to area and AMETEK procedures and code of conduct.
- Able to execute standard work with support from others on complex tasks.
- Able to operate Value Stream workstation.
- Fit, setup and operate all tools and equipment necessary to execute standard work. Proficient with TIG welding.
- All standard weld qualifications (SST, CS, SST to CS).
- Able to assess and resolve simple problems in execution of standard work with support from others on complex tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years’ experience.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Basic computer literacy using Microsoft Windows.
- Basic math skills and ability to use basic measurement equipment (ruler, scale, calipers, tape measure).
- Ability to use various hand tools (wire strippers, pliers, wrenches, etc.).
- Stooping, kneeling, standing for long periods of time.
- Lifting (regularly up to 50 lbs.).
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and depth perception.
COMPENSATION
- Employee Type: Hourly
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 50,000
- Salary Maximum: 55,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a TIG Welder
Document your TIG welding certifications thoroughly
Gather AWS certifications, weld procedure qualifications, and employer letters that specify the base metals and processes you've worked with. PERM audits often scrutinize whether your credentials genuinely match the job requirements, so gaps in documentation can stall the process.
Use OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer
Look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and the employer's county before negotiating. If the offered salary falls below the DOL-determined wage level, your employer can't satisfy PERM requirements, and the sponsorship will collapse before it begins.
Find green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify manufacturers and fabrication shops with active employment-based green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have completed the PERM process before saves you from starting with companies unfamiliar with the multi-year commitment required.
Distinguish EB-3 skilled worker from EB-2 eligibility
Most TIG Welder roles qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, which is uncommon in fabrication and manufacturing.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment before your start date
PERM requires the employer to test the U.S. labor market, running specific advertisements and documenting that no qualified American worker was available. This recruitment phase must happen before USCIS filing, so confirm your employer understands the timeline before you give notice at a current job.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a substantially similar welding role without restarting the green card process.
Green Card TIG Welder: Frequently Asked Questions
Does TIG Welder qualify for an employment-based green card?
Yes. TIG Welder falls under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers occupations requiring at least two years of training or work experience. Your employer files PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Nationals of high-demand countries such as India and China may face priority-date backlogs due to per-country limits.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a TIG Welder?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. worker is available. There is no lottery involved. The H-1B visa, by contrast, is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual lottery and an LCA filed with DOL rather than a full PERM certification.
What does the PERM process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conduct a recruitment campaign using DOL-specified methods, including newspaper advertisements and job postings. They must document that no qualified, available U.S. worker applied. Only after completing that recruitment test can they file the PERM application. This process can take several months before the I-140 petition is filed with USCIS.
How do I find employers who sponsor TIG Welders for a green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on manufacturers and fabrication companies that have completed the PERM process before. This matters because green card sponsorship requires a multi-year employer commitment, and targeting companies already familiar with the process increases the likelihood of a completed sponsorship rather than a withdrawn petition.
Can I switch employers after my green card process is started?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your I-140 has been approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 so you don't lose your place in the queue. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar welding occupation without the new employer restarting the PERM and I-140 steps.