Lead Field Welding Engineer – Global Construction Programs

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston seeks a skilled Field Welding Engineer to lead and maintain global construction welding programs, overseeing the weld lab, rod room, and heat-treatment processes. You will provide expert welding guidance to meet codes, specs, and Bechtel procedures, and coordinate NDE with teams and subcontractors.

The role requires extensive welding and NDE knowledge, strong problem-solving, and experience in heavy industrial construction on medium-sized projects.

Qualifications

• NDE Certifications 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 as applicable to Bechtel projects.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in high pressure situations.
• Strong technical background in welding applications and NDE for construction activities.
• Familiarity with Bechtel standards and Bechtel SWPP/NDE-related documentation.

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 for all welding operations.
• Provides welding engineering support to ensure construction meets codes, client/engineering specifications and Bechtel procedures.
• Assists in managing the pre- and post-weld heat treatment program.
• Assists in managing the rod room and rod room attendant to ensure materials are controlled to meet requirements.
• Schedules and coordinates NDE with construction and subcontractors for efficient NDE scheduling.
• Reviews weld documents to ensure credibility and accountability of the Welding Program.
• Performs field welding inspections and advises on rectification of quality behaviors and defects prior to final inspection.
• May lead the subcontractors and direct-hire Pre/PWHT program.

Skills

NDE Certification

Welding Codes Knowledge

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

Unifier

Aconex

DSCS

PTR

Agile

Navisworks

Teamwork’s

Arc Stryker

Pipe Fighter

WITs

Job description

Bechtel Corporation in Houston seeks a skilled Field Welding Engineer to lead and maintain global construction welding programs, overseeing the weld lab, rod room, and heat-treatment processes. You will provide expert welding guidance to meet codes, specs, and Bechtel procedures, and coordinate NDE with teams and subcontractors.

The role requires extensive welding and NDE knowledge, strong problem-solving, and experience in heavy industrial construction on medium-sized projects.