Field Welding Engineer

Requisition ID: 300718  

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family  
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project  
• Work Location: Port Arthur, TX

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Project Overview:

Port Arthur LNG, LLC (PALNG) is developing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on a site located on the western shoreline of the Port Arthur Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. The project base scope will include two (2) identical LNG trains, two (2) LNG Storage Tanks, one (1) LNG Carrier Berth, and associated utilities/facilities. The Project is to be constructed on a parcel of land located along State Highway 87 south of Port Arthur, Texas, between the inner coastal waterway bridge and Keith Lake. The Infrastructure Global Business Unit (GBU) is executing site civil and marine scopes of work associated with our scopes of work on the Energy GBU LNG projects. As the #1 LNG EPC contractor by installed capacity, Bechtel has the capability to successfully deliver a broad range of LNG projects through our integrated EPC self-perform model, strategic partnerships, and proven experience in LNG project delivery. Partnering with Bechtel means lower cost, shorter delivery schedules, and greater certainty of outcomes for our customers.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead, implement, and maintain global construction field welding programs and provide specialized welding engineering support. You will manage, inspect, and monitor the welding test lab, the rod room, the weld heat treatment program, and the laboratory quality plan. Your technical advice will help ensure defects, behaviors, and other issues are rectified prior to final inspection. #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 projects 
• Implements and maintains Bechtel Field Welding program for all welding operations. 
• Provides technical assistance to field superintendents and crafts. 
• Ensures that all supervision and craft personnel involved in welding operations are educated and aware of applicable code and project requirements. 
• Reviews site Welding, PWHT and NDE subcontractor documentation of daily work for technical accuracy 
• Performs Visual and other examination methods in accordance with project developed procedures and standards. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience​

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• 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.
• Strong technical background and knowledge of all phases of welding applications, 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.

Additional Information:

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule as required that may include but not limited to nightshift, or split shift. Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

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