Overview
Bechtel is seeking a Lead Field Welding Engineer to join their Field Engineering team for a large gas-fired power generation project in Pecos, Texas. The role involves leading welding programs and ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and standards.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain Bechtel Field Welding program.
- Provide specialized welding engineering support for construction.
- Manage the pre- and post-weld heat treatment program.
- Assist in managing the rod room and ensure compliance with requirements.
- Schedule and coordinate NDE with construction and subcontractors.
- Manage and monitor the welding test lab for quality welder testing.
- Review and update weld documents to ensure program credibility.
- Maintain welder qualifications and stamps.
- Perform field inspections of welding work and advise on quality issues.
- Implement welding inspection tracking utilizing TEAMworks/WITS applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
- NDE Certifications including VT, PT, MT, and RT.
- Knowledge of AWS, API, NFPA, AWWA, ASTM, and ASNT codes, specifications, and standards.
- Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience.
- Advanced knowledge and/or certifications in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW.
- Understanding of Preheat/Post weld heat treatment of equipment and consumables.
- Knowledge of engineering and construction methods.
- Ability to motivate team members effectively in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to problem-solve in high-pressure situations.
- Experience on HRSG/Power Boiler construction projects.
- Strong technical background in welding applications and non-destructive examination.
- Understanding of Bechtel work processes.
- Advanced knowledge of Piping Design Drawings/Specifications and Teamwork’s/WITS.
- Certifiable by written examination to Bechtel's NDE Level II Visual and Radiographic Examination.
- Knowledge of Bechtel's SWPP Welding Program and related documentation.
- Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs).
Additional Information
- Relocation Authorized: National - Single
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Pecos, TX
- Position is contingent upon project award.