Welding careers.

[BRODTuning]

Hi lads, for those who my names Brad im 15 ( http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=25885 )
Im currently trying to decide on a career path trying being the key word haha ,im very interested in (not quite sure of the correct job title) a pipe fitter/fabricator? Fabricating stainless steel food grade piping for industrial refrigerators etc. im not 100% sure on what this line of work consists of so any career options you can think of along these lines im very grateful to hear! The company my dad works for as a ventilation fitter also fabricate stainless piping and ductwork which could possibly lead to an apprenticeship for me if i decide its what i want and im what they want.
sorry if this post isnt making much sense my head is currently spinning haha i will add what i can and look forward to hearing replies
many thanks
Brad.

 

[Shox Dr]

I wouldn't chose a career in only welding, even if it was TIGing Clean Stainless Steel (god knows I do). As it will kill your brain.

Instead I would look at Mechanical Engineering Or Electromechanical Engineering. Either you can then use welding in your end job

 

[BRODTuning]

Thanks for the advice mate ,the sort of career im onabout consists of call outs to broken pipelines as in industrial stainless pipes and repairs to those etc. i really dont know the name
thank you
B.

 

[BRODTuning]

maybe im just making this job up

 

[gavuk]

I would be expected to repair pipes etc within a factory enviroment as a shift fitter,we do use pipe fitters but mostly for new installs/project work ..As a shift fitter ,I could be fitting,turning.milling ,welding,fabricating or working on electrical problems on any given shift ......certainly doesn't get too boring or repetitive,most places look for dual skilling ie mechanical and electrical,but if you were my kid I would steer you towards electrical/plc trade....its lighter and cleaner normally

 

[BRODTuning]

Thanks gav can i ask wha plc is ? isnt it financing of some sort? as i said ,i have alot of thinking to do!
as always ,thanks a bunch for replies!

 

[gavuk]

Sorry Brad
"programmable logic control"....industrial computer systems,many places now train electricians to repair and install domestic and industrial electrics and plc equipment and networking....It depends greatly where you work ,some places the trades cross over more than others