Field Engineer - Piping

Bechtel Global Corporation; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Field Engineer - Piping for a long-term Pecos, TX project. The role involves field engineering expertise in planning, material management, quantity validation, safety, quality control, testing knowledge, and subcontract coordination.

The assignment is camp-based and contingent on project award, with relocation support and full-time office/project duties. The candidate will join the Renewables & Clean Power team on a large gas-fired power facility, supporting early-stage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5–8 years of relevant experience or 9–12 years total experience.
• Experience in underground and above ground piping installation and pressure testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings and sketches.
• Facilitate planning of construction methods and procedures.
• Manage field purchases and material quantities.
• Verify quantities in tracking systems.
• Ensure safety, quality control, and ES&H compliance.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and inspection plans.

Skills

Piping installation

Pressure testing

AWP experience

High-pressure steam piping

Communication & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Relocation Authorized:National - Single
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location:Pecos, TX

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. We're seeking an experienced candidate to be the Field Engineer - Piping (undergrounds and balance of plant) 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

In this role, as Field Engineer - Piping you will provide project field engineering specialization and expertise with work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and subcontract coordination. Your recommendations will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements. #LI-RM1

Major Responsibilities

Work Planning & Packaging

• Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
• Facilitates planning construction methods and procedures.

Material Management

• Initiates requisitions for field purchases
• Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment.

Quantities

• Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.

Safety / Quality Control

• Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.

Technical

• Proactively considers continuous learning or show interest to pursue appropriate learning activities

System Turnover Coordinator

For Direct Hire

• Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.

STR / Subcontract Coordinator

• Reviews and approves inspection test plans,
• Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Required 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

• Experience in the installation of underground and above ground piping including pressure testing of piping systems.
• Experience in the installation of high-pressure steam piping will be highly preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical interface, sequencing, material management, preservation and progress reporting.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Well developed communication skills and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and Quality.
• Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules.
• Prior experience with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) is preferred.
• Experience with Simple Cycle or Combined Cycle facilities is preferred.

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.

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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.

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