Welding Field Engineer

Requisition ID: 298427

• Relocation Authorized: National - Single

• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

• Work Location: Pecos, TX

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Project Overview:

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery next year. The successful candidate will be a Welding Field Engineer on the project in Pecos, Texas. You will mobilize on a long-term (camp) assignment to the project in Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.

Job Summary:

As the Welding Field Engineer for the installation of multiple General Electric 7HA.02 Simple Cycle power generating systems, you will be part of the Field Engineering team reporting to the Area Project Field Engineer. In this role, you will support the Lead Field Welding Engineer to implement and manage field and subcontractor welding programs and provide technical direction to support project welding initiatives. You help review scheduled work plans, provide input to production meetings, and conduct program audits. Your support will ensure welding program compliance and availability of welder resources to support planned work scopes. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinates work activities for Project Field Engineer and the Lead Field Welding Engineer in implementing the site welding program on medium sized projects.

• Implements and maintains Bechtel Field Welding program or all welding operations.

• 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.

• Works with the team to review and keep up to date with weld documents and ensures the credibility/accountability of the Welding Program.

• 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 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience?

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• NDE Certs including VT, PT, and MT.

• Knowledge of 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 problem-solve in high pressure situations.

• 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.

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