Bechtel

Welding Field Engineer

Bechtel$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience or 5-6 years of practical experience in welding engineering.
  • Ability to pass Bechtel's Level II Visual Testing (VT) exam.
  • Strong understanding of current design codes and standards such as UPC, IBC, SMACNA, ASME, AWS, and NFPA.
  • Proficient in welding techniques, including SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW STT.
  • Knowledge of pre- and post-weld heat treatment processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the Bechtel Field Welding program for all operations.
  • Provide technical assistance to field superintendents and craft teams.
  • Ensure construction meets all applicable codes and Bechtel procedures.
  • Support pre- and post-weld heat treatment programs.
  • Coordinate the rod room to manage weld filler materials compliance.
  • Oversee the welding test lab to ensure quality welder assessments.
  • Maintain welding documentation for program credibility.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance.
  • Programs aimed at career development and advancement.
  • Opportunities for cultural enhancement and community engagement.
  • Provisions for employee wellbeing and downtime for relaxation.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 295997
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Chandler, AZ


Project Overview:

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the semiconductor (manufacturing facilities and supply chain); data center, electric vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production); and life sciences markets.

M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will maintain the field welding program and provide welding engineering support, technical knowledge, and assistance. You will coordinate the rod room and attendants, the welding test lab, and maintain welder qualifications and stamps. Your work will ensure that workmanship and materials conform with project requirements and contribute to the welding program credibility. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Maintains Bechtel Field Welding program for all welding operations.
  • Provides technical assistance to field superintendents and crafts.
  • Provides welding engineering support to ensure construction meets all code, specifications, and Bechtel procedures.
  • Provides technical knowledge for ASME, API, and AWS or other code designed and fabricated items.
  • Supports managing pre- and post-weld heat treatment program whether self- performed by Bechtel or subcontracted.
  • Coordinates the rod room and rod room attendants to ensure all weld filler materials are controlled and meet Bechtel and Code requirements.
  • Coordinates the welding test lab to ensure high quality welders are being tested and hired.
  • Works with craft to maintain welding documentation and ensure the credibility/accountability of the Welding Program.
  • Coordinates the maintenance of welder qualifications and welder stamps.
  • Assists in the field inspections of welding work to ensure workmanship and materials are in conformance with project requirements.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires a University Hire with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience
  • Must have the ability to take and pass Bechtel's Level II VT


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Knowledge of basic construction principles.
  • Knowledge of Bechtel's "Zero Accidents" safety program.
  • Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
  • Working knowledge of Access, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work independently and be proactive.
  • Possess a high degree of individual initiative, flexibility, diplomacy, and accuracy.
  • Ability to work with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to learn new processes, procedures, and software.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks and easily adjust priorities.
  • The candidate should have a good working knowledge of current design codes and standards such as UPC, IBC, SMACNA, ASME, AWS, and NFPA.
  • The candidate should have a good working knowledge of welding technical and practical applications such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW STT.
  • The candidate should have a good working knowledge of Preheat/Post Weld Heat Treatments, equipment, and consumables.


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.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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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