Deputy Corporate Manager of Welding

Bechtel Global Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Part time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Deputy Corporate Manager of Welding in Houston, TX to manage the Welding and Applied Technology Center and support the Corporate Welding and NDE Services program. The role involves project material planning, development coordination with construction, and exploring welding technology advancements with the Corporate Welding Team.

Responsibilities include leading testing, evaluating mock-ups, and coordinating with Bechtel teams globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13–15 years of relevant experience or 17–19 years total experience.
• Graduate degree in Welding Engineering or Materials Science Engineering; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience executing global EPC construction projects and deep knowledge of welding processes, applications, and field welding solutions.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with clear technical responses for multiple audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist managing the Welding and Applied Technology Center, leading internal/external design of experiments and testing programs.
• Support customer development, organize WATC tours and events, estimate costs for development projects, and program welding activities.
• Identify new welding equipment, technologies, consumables, and methods offering competitive advantage.
• Lead R&D initiatives to apply innovative technology solutions for Bechtel projects.
• Prepare technical presentations for management, engineers, customers and seminars.

Skills

Welding process knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Materials knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Welding Engineering

Materials Science degree

PhD preferred

Tools

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Job description

• Relocation Authorized:National - Single
• Telework Type:Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Job Summary:

The Deputy Corporate Manager of Welding will assist the Corporate Manager of Welding in actively managing the Welding and Applied Technology Center (WATC) and support the Corporate Welding and NDE Services program. Will support the Corporate Welding Program with project material and equipment resource planning, project development aligned with construction planning and support early customer engagement. Will identify welding technology advancements and develop evaluation testing in coordination with the Corporate Welding Team. Will support and lead specialized testing, construction mock-ups, and evaluations at the WATC in collaboration with Bechtel Welding and Construction teams.

Supervision Received: The Deputy Corporate Manager of Welding reports to the Corporate Manager of Welding, Bechtel Construction Operations, Inc. (BCOI). #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists managing the Welding and Applied Technology Center including operations and leading internal / external design of experiments development and physical testing/mock-up programs.
• Supports the Corporate Welding & NDE Program and the Manager of Welding & NDE Services by assisting customer business development, leading and organizing WATC tours and events, estimating costs for WATC development projects, programming project welding activities, and providing rapid solutions to project teams troubleshooting complex welding issues.
• Identifies new welding equipment, welding technologies, consumables and methods of construction which provide competitive advantage to Bechtel and differentiate us from our competitors.
• Leads welding research and development initiatives to apply emerging innovative technology solutions for projects and establish Bechtel as the global EPC welding leader in materials, welding, and adaptive field welding solutions.
• Champion welding initiatives that affect the organization's long term strategic goals and objectives.
• Prepare technical presentations for management, welding engineers, customers, and external educational seminars.
• Contribute to industry advisory committees, codes of construction, design handbooks and peer-reviewed journals.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Graduate degree in Welding Engineering or Materials Science Engineering; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience executing global EPC construction projects and deep knowledge of welding process, applications, and field welding solutions.
• Experience managing technology programs, strategic initiatives, and diverse teams.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to develop clear technical responses for audiences at multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience with ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, with emphasis on steels, stainless steels, and nickel-based materials.

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.

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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.

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