Emmanuel Delgado
Hockley,TX
Summary
Experienced Welder/Fabricator with 11+ years of experience in structural steel, hydraulic systems, shipyard repair, and heavy industrial manufacturing. Skilled in MIG, TIG, FCAW, and SMAW welding across all positions. Proven ability to fabricate, assemble, test, and repair complex components while maintaining high safety and quality standards. TWIC certified and experienced in shipyards, shops, and manufacturing environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder / Fabricator
Rio Controls & Hydraulics
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
- Fabricate, weld, assemble, and test hydraulic power units and hydraulic cylinders
- Build and weld custom tanks and structural components to specification
- Assemble pumps and motors; bend and route stainless tubing systems
- Swage fittings and conduct leak testing to ensure system integrity
- Perform finishing work including painting and final inspection
- Maintain compliance with industry and safety standards
Welder (UTLX Contractor)
Union Tank Car Company
Sheldon, TX
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Welded 1/8" cold-rolled steel jackets on railcars using MIG and Flux-Core processes
- Performed welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
- Utilized oxy-fuel torches for heating and precision cutting
- Conducted visual inspections to ensure weld quality and bead specifications
- Contributed to structural integrity and weather protection of tank cars
Welder
Whirlwind Steel
South Houston, TX
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Welded structural steel beams for commercial buildings and warehouses using GMAW (.045 wire)
- Operated carbon arc air gouger and grinders for weld preparation and repair
- Set up and calibrated welding equipment for efficient production
- Assisted in structural fabrication and assembly processes
Welder / Fabricator
Meitec-Lectrus
La Porte, TX
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Fabricated and welded platform bases and structural steel components using FCAW (.045 wire)
- Welded carbon steel I-beams and angle iron
- Operated forklifts and overhead cranes to transport materials
- Ensured safe operation of power and hand-held welding tools
Welder
Gulf Copper
Galveston, TX
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Welded and repaired oil rigs, ships, and barges using Flux-Core and Stick welding
- Worked at heights and in confined shipyard spaces under varying weather conditions
- Assisted in vessel movement operations on dry dock using winches
- Performed heavy industrial repair and structural reinforcement
Education
High School Diploma -
Porter High School
Brownsville, TXTIG Welding Certification - undefined
Mainliners Welding Academy
La Porte, TX12-2020
Skills
- MIG (GMAW) Welding
- TIG (GTAW) Welding
- Flux-Core (FCAW)
- Stick Welding (SMAW)
- Hydraulic Systems Fabrication
- Structural Steel Fabrication
- Stainless & Carbon Steel
- Carbon Arc Gouging
- Pipe & Tube Bending (Stainless)
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Forklift & Overhead Crane Operation
- Welding Inspection & Quality Control
- Hydraulic Assembly
- Leak & Pressure Testing
- Penetrant & Ultrasonic Testing
- Tensile Testing
- Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Facing operations
- Boring operations
- Manual lathe operation
Certification
- Welding Certification
- TWIC Card (Valid through August 2028)
- Valid Driver’s License
Languages
English - Fluent
Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Welder / Fabricator
Rio Controls & Hydraulics
10.2021 - Current
Welder (UTLX Contractor)
Union Tank Car Company
03.2016 - 07.2020
Welder
Whirlwind Steel
12.2015 - 03.2016
Welder / Fabricator
Meitec-Lectrus
07.2015 - 12.2015
Welder
Gulf Copper
11.2011 - 05.2015
TIG Welding Certification - undefined
Mainliners Welding Academy
High School Diploma -
Porter High School