We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welder to support the fabrication and assembly of armored and specialty vehicles. This role is responsible for welding, fitting, assembling, and finishing metal components in accordance with engineering drawings and production requirements. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring structural integrity, quality, and precision throughout the vehicle manufacturing process.
INKAS® is a Canadian manufacturer known globally for designing and building premium armored SUVs, trucks, vans, limousines, and specialty vehicles. Our work combines advanced security technology, custom craftsmanship, and precision engineering in a fast-paced production environment.
Why This Role Would Be A Great Fit
- Play a key role in building some of the most advanced armored and specialty vehicles in the world.
- Apply your welding and fabrication skills to unique, custom-built products rather than repetitive production work.
- Join a growing Canadian manufacturer recognized globally for innovation, quality, and craftsmanship.
- Work alongside experienced engineering, fabrication, and production professionals in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints for custom armored vehicle fabrication
- Weld and assemble metal components for armored vehicle structures
- Inspect welds for quality, remove spatter, and ensure clean, strong joints
- Prime and seal weld spots to prepare for finishing
- Set up and adjust welding equipment (amperage, voltage, slope, pulse) based on engineering requirements
- Operate manual and semi‑automatic flame‑cutting equipment
- Use metal‑shaping machinery including brakes, shears, straighteners, and bending machines
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance on welding, brazing, and soldering equipment
- Fit, braze, and torch‑straighten metal components
- Weld in multiple positions: flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead
- Determine material weldability and ensure proper bonding
- Operate pre‑set welding, brazing, and soldering machines for fabrication and repair tasks
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- CWB certificate or equivalent.
- Minimum 3-5 years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and fabrication specifications.
- Strong knowledge of welding processes, metal fabrication techniques, and welding equipment operation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in armored vehicle manufacturing, custom automotive fabrication, heavy vehicle production, or a related industry.
- Experience working within OEM-quality manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, VPAM, STANAG, and other manufacturing or quality standards.
- Experience using advanced metal-forming, cutting, and welding equipment.
- Welding certifications would be considered an asset.
Competencies
- Strong understanding of welding principles, metal fabrication practices, and assembly processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship.
- Ability to consistently produce accurate, high-quality work in a production environment.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under production deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, move, and position metal components, materials, and equipment as required.
- Ability to safely perform welding and fabrication tasks in a manufacturing environment.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
Working Conditions
This role operates within a manufacturing and fabrication environment and involves working with welding equipment, flame-cutting equipment, metal-forming machinery, and specialty fabrication tools. The successful candidate will be exposed to noise, heat, welding fumes, sparks, and other conditions commonly associated with metal fabrication and vehicle manufacturing. Appropriate personal protective equipment, including welding helmets, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear, must be worn as required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
INKAS® is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing a respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without discrimination as protected by applicable law.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Disclosure
In accordance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act, this job posting discloses that artificial intelligence may be used to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as screening or ranking applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are subject to human review and oversight.
Apply
If you are a skilled welder who takes pride in precision craftsmanship and enjoys working on challenging, highly specialized projects, we encourage you to apply. Join INKAS® and contribute to the production of industry-leading armored and specialty vehicles. Your expertise will directly impact vehicle quality, structural integrity, and customer satisfaction while helping build products trusted around the world.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
