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title: 'Single Hand Welder at Design Solutions & Integration'
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# Single Hand Welder at Design Solutions & Integration

- **Company:** Design Solutions & Integration
- **Location:** Stanley, ND
- **Compensation:** $38–$42/hr
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/dsi/b896a50b-1e5a-42b0-84b6-e9547ba792d0

## Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Single Hand Welder to join our  team. The ideal candidate must be proficient in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and  capable of passing a 6G welding test. This position requires expertise in welding pipes in all positions and ensuring high-quality, structurally sound welds

## Requirements

Must pass a 6G SMAW welding test prior to employment

- Minimum 3 years of welding experience (pipe welding preferred)
- Proficiency in welding techniques, including stick welding (SMAW). (TGAW would be a plus).
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Must have or be willing to test for necessary welding certifications as required
- Ability to lift heavy materials and work in various weather conditions if required

Job Responsibilities

- Perform SMAW welding on various materials, primarily carbon pipe welding in the 6G position. Stainless Steel TGAW would be a plus.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding procedures
- Ensure compliance with industry safety standards and company policies
- Inspect and test welds to maintain quality control
- Operate welding and cutting equipment safely and effectively
- Work in a variety of environments, including cold weather, confined spaces or elevated positions.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete projects efficiently.

Knowledge & Skill

- Previous experience in an industrial, construction, or manufacturing setting
- Additional certifications in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, or FCAW welding processes
- Knowledge of safety regulations and welding codes (e.g., AWS, ASME)

## About Design Solutions & Integration

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A 100% employee-owned electrical and automation integration firm that delivers control systems, electrical construction, panel fabrication, and field services for industrial and energy clients across North America.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee-Owned ESOP)
- **Headquarters**: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States
- **Founded**: 2001 (incorporated 2006)
- **Founders**: Dick Bogard and Ron Offit

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Oil & Gas, Municipal Water, Food Processing (especially potato), Biofuels, and broader industrial infrastructure.
- **Target customers**: B2B – major energy producers, industrial operators, and municipal utilities.
- **Mission statement**: "To create a lasting, employee-owned enterprise that customers trust as their reliable partner." [relyondsi.com/who-we-are](https://relyondsi.com/who-we-are/)

## Products & Services
DSI offers integrated solutions across five disciplines, often combining them for turnkey projects:

- **Electrical Construction**: Power distribution, MCCs/VFDs, instrumentation, hazardous area installations, and commissioning.
- **Automation & Controls**: PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA/RTU systems, and industrial networking.
- **UL Certified Panel Shop**: Builds UL508A and UL698A control panels – layout, wiring, labeling, testing, and documentation.
- **Fabrication & Welding**: Skids, supports, platforms, and structures with ASME R Stamp certification for code-compliant repair and alteration.
- **Field Services**: Installation, startup, troubleshooting, and long-term support at well pads, plants, and treatment facilities.

Additionally, DSI operates a separate entity **DFS (DSI Field Services)** for mechanical, construction, roustabout, and turnkey facility services. [relyondsi.com/about-dsi](https://relyondsi.com/about-dsi/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, employee-owned).
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of approximately **$40 million** (stated on about page). [relyondsi.com/about-dsi](https://relyondsi.com/about-dsi/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Rockwell Automation (technology partner). [relyondsi.com/who-we-are](https://relyondsi.com/who-we-are/)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Active job postings: **49** (as of Sep 2026), with monthly growth of +8.9% and yearly growth of +14.0%. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/design-solutions-&-integration)
  - LinkedIn followers grew **49.8% year-over-year**.
  - Expanded to **6 locations** nationwide, including recent entry into Douglas, WY (future expansion).
  - Mentions of AI-integrated solutions in their service portfolio.

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)**: Every team member has a direct stake in outcomes, driving quality and accountability.
- **Integrated One-Stop Shop**: Electrical, automation, panel shop, fabrication, and field services under one roof – reduces client coordination overhead.
- **Certifications & Accreditations**: UL-certified panel shop (UL508A, UL698A), ASME R Stamp for welding, and over 25 years of field experience.
- **Faith-Based Culture**: A values-driven approach that appeals to a specific workforce segment and builds long-term loyalty.
- **Strategic Location**: Hubs in the Bakken (Stanley, ND) and Permian Basin (Midland, TX) put DSI directly in the heart of major energy operations.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue scaling across the American industrial and energy sector, with emphasis on oil & gas, municipal water, and food processing.
- Integrate **AI** into automation and control solutions (mentioned as part of their service evolution).
- Expand geographic footprint – new location in Douglas, WY, and plans for further growth.
- Deepen the employee-ownership model to attract and retain skilled trades and engineering talent.

## Why Work Here
- **Ownership Culture**: As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), employees build equity and share in the company’s success. Ownership is not symbolic – it’s shared. [relyondsi.com/careers](https://relyondsi.com/careers/)
- **Faith-Based Environment**: DSI describes itself as a “faith-based” company, which may appeal to candidates seeking a values-aligned workplace.
- **Career Mobility**: The company encourages movement across its five disciplines – electrical, automation, panel shop, fabrication, and field services – offering varied career paths within one organization.
- **Multiple Locations**: Work can be done in Sioux Falls (SD), Stanley (ND), Grand Forks (ND), Midland (TX), Carlsbad (NM), and Douglas (WY). Some roles may involve travel or field assignments.
- **Perks & Benefits**: Not explicitly detailed, but typical ESOP benefits include profit sharing, retirement contributions, and a strong sense of job security.
- **Engineering & Trades Culture**: Emphasis on hands-on technical work, safety, and quality. The company values “hard work, technical excellence, and customer-centricity.” [relyondsi.com/who-we-are](https://relyondsi.com/who-we-are/)
- **Work Policy**: Likely on-site/field-based given the nature of the work; remote or hybrid options are not mentioned.

## Sources
1. [relyondsi.com/about-dsi](https://relyondsi.com/about-dsi/)
2. [relyondsi.com/who-we-are](https://relyondsi.com/who-we-are/)
3. [relyondsi.com/careers](https://relyondsi.com/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/design-solutions-&-integration](https://linkedin.com/company/design-solutions-&-integration)
5. [jobs.lever.co/dsi](https://jobs.lever.co/dsi)

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