TIG Welder
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Skilled worker who precisely welds thin to medium-thick metal plates using tungsten non-consumable electrodes and inert gas.
Description
TIG welders are specialized technicians who melt and join metals using tungsten electrodes and inert gases such as argon. They are used for products requiring high precision and aesthetics (pipe fittings, automotive parts, precision equipment, etc.), employing skills such as operating the welding torch, adjusting current and gas flow, and manual feeding of filler rods. Quality control of welds, fume countermeasures, and safe operations are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization are advancing, the demand for precision welding technology on thin sheets remains high, and the need for workers with advanced manual skills is expected to persist.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Factory Work / On-Site Work / Project-Based / Shift Work
Career Path
Welder Apprentice → TIG Welder → Welding Leader → Quality Control Staff → Welding Engineer/Instructor
Required Skills
Handling Special Gases / Reading Welding Drawings / TIG Welding / Understanding Metal Material Properties / Weld Quality Management
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Creation / Non-Destructive Testing / Operation of Automatic/Semi-Automatic Welding Equipment / Weld Fume Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the quality of fine weld beads directly affects product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few, and it mainly relies on empirical techniques. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Skill Training
- Gas Welding Skill Training
Aliases
- TIG Welder
- TIG Welding Technician
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