electron beam welder

Electron beam welders set up and tend machines designed to join separate metal workpieces together through the use of a high-velocity electron beam. They monitor the machining processes providing an alteration in the kinetic energy of the electrons that allows for them to transform into heat for the metal to melt and join together in a process of precise welding.

Alternative Labels

arc welder

arc welder apprentice

atomic welder

butt welder

combination welder

construction welder

electric arc welder

electric spot welder

electron beam welder

electron beam welding machine operator

experimental welder

fitter-welder

flash welder

robotic welder

sheet-metal welder

sheet metal welder

ultrasonic metal welder

welder-fabricator

welder-fitter

welder fabricator

weld technician

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply precision metalworking techniques ensure correct metal temperature ensure equipment availability maintain vacuum chamber monitor gauge perform machine maintenance perform test run prepare pieces for joining program a CNC controller read standard blueprints remove inadequate workpieces remove processed workpiece set up the controller of a machine supply machine tend electron beam welding machine troubleshoot use CAM software use automatic programming wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

electron beam welding machine parts electron beam welding processes manufacturing processes quality standards statistical process control types of metal

Optional Skills and Competences

advise on machinery malfunctions apply preliminary treatment to workpieces consult technical resources ensure correct gas pressure inspect quality of products keep records of work progress maintain mechanical equipment monitor automated machines operate precision measuring equipment record production data for quality control smooth burred surfaces spot metal imperfections supply machine with appropriate tools

Optional Knowledge

electric current electrical discharge electricity ferrous metal processing manufacturing of heating equipment manufacturing of metal containers manufacturing of small metal parts manufacturing of steam generators manufacturing of weapons and ammunition metal joining technologies quality and cycle time optimisation types of metal manufacturing processes welding techniques

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/e9a65aca-64f6-450d-a637-1ecf86ba2a53

Status

released

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