Bechtel

Lead Welding Field Engineer

Bechtel$119K — $182K *
Clay, NY 13041In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent required.
  • 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years without a degree.
  • NDE Certifications including PT, MT, and RT necessary.
  • Advanced certifications in various welding methods including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW essential.
  • Strong technical background in construction welding applications required.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain Bechtel Field Welding program as Lead Field Welding Engineer.
  • Provide specialized welding engineering support for compliance with codes and specifications.
  • Assist in managing pre- and post-weld heat treatment program.
  • Oversee rod room operations to control weld filler materials.
  • Schedule and coordinate non-destructive examinations (NDE) efficiently with subcontractors.
  • Manage and monitor the welding test lab for quality welder testing and hiring.
  • Conduct field inspections of welding work to ensure quality rectifications before final inspection.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Optional disability and supplemental insurance options available.
  • Generous paid time off of 160 hours annually.
  • Nine paid holidays offered.
  • Paid parental leave included.
  • Discretionary bonuses provided.
  • 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 297471
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Clay, NY
  • Salary Range: 119,000-182,700 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)


Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead a team to implement and manage field and subcontractor welding programs and provide technical direction to support project welding initiatives. You will review scheduled work plans, provide input to production meetings, and conduct program audits. Your leadership will ensure welding program compliance and availability of welder resources to support planned work scopes. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Implements and maintains Bechtel Field Welding program, may also be assigned as Lead Field Welding Engineer on large projects
  • Provides specialized welding engineering support for construction to ensure construction meets all code, client/engineering specifications and Bechtel procedures and standards.
  • Assists in the management of the pre- and post-weld heat treatment program.
  • Assists in the management of the rod room and rod room attendant to ensure all weld filler materials are controlled so to meet Bechtel, Code, and Client requirements.
  • Schedules and coordinates NDE with construction and subcontractors for the most efficient NDE schedule at the least cost and least impact to construction.
  • Manages and monitors the welding test lab to ensure high quality welders are being tested and hired.
  • Works with the team to review and keep up to date with weld documents and ensures the credibility/accountability of the Welding Program.
  • Manages issues and maintains welder qualifications and welder stamps.
  • Performs field inspections of welding work, and advises on rectification of quality behaviors and defects prior to final inspection
  • May be responsible for the implementation and leads the subcontractors and direct hire Pre/PWHT program.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • NDE Certs including PT, MT and RT.
  • Knowledge of ASME, AWS, API, NFPA, AWWA, ASTM and ASNT codes, specifications, and standards.
  • Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
  • Advanced knowledge and/or certifications in SMAW / GTAW / GMAW / FCAW.
  • Intermediate understanding of Preheat/Post weld heat treatment of equipment and consumables.
  • Knowledge of engineering and construction methods and processes customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate team members effectively & positively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in high pressure situations.
  • Experience on large Semi-conductor projects.
  • Strong technical background and knowledge of all phases of construction welding applications and methods, and non-destructive examination relating to construction activities.
  • Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures.
  • Advanced knowledge of Piping Design Drawings/Specifications and Teamwork's/WITS.
  • Must be certifiable by written examination to Bechtel's nondestructive examination requirements as NDE Level II Visual Examination.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Bechtel's SWPP 4MP-T81-03701 Welding Program, 03708 Pre/Post Weld Heat Treatment and 03705 Welding & NDE Documentation.
  • Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) including Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, WITs, Teamwork's, Arc Stryker, Pipe Fighter, and other automation tools which are used on Bechtel projects.


Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

About Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company founded in San Francisco, California, and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is the largest construction company in the United States and the 11th-largest privately owned American company in 2018. Its headquarters are in the Reston area of unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia. Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company, and they are currently working on projects in over 40 countries. The company is organized into five global business units that specialize in civil infrastructure; power generation, communications, and transmission; mining and metals; oil, gas, and chemicals; and government services.
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