Lead Welding Field Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation seeks a Welding Field Engineer to lead global field welding programs and provide specialized welding engineering support on a large power project in the USA. You will manage inspection labs, welding procedures, NDE coordination, and quality plans to ensure compliance with Bechtel standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in heavy industrial construction, with certifications in NDE and welding and familiarity with Bechtel tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
• NDE certifications including PT, MT, LT (Vac Box) and knowledge of AWS, API, NFPA, AWWA, ASTM and ASNT codes, specifications, and standards.
• Bechtel NDE Level II Visual Examination certification possible.
• Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience.
• Advanced knowledge/certifications in SMAW / GTAW / GMAW / FCAW.
• Strong knowledge of Piping Design Drawings / Specifications and TEAMWorks / WITS.
• Understanding of Preheat / Post weld heat treatment concepts.
• Familiarity with Bechtel work processes and Standard Work Procedures.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams; problem solving under pressure.
• Experience on power plant construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and maintain global construction field welding programs.
• Manage and inspect the welding test lab, rod room, weld heat treatment program, and the laboratory quality plan.
• Provide welding and inspection support to ensure code compliance and Bechtel procedures are followed.
• Plan NDE activities for welding and coordinate with construction and LFWE.
• Support safety and ES&H program implementation and quality control.
• Maintain calibrations for Pre/PWHT equipment.
• Ensure conformance with Bechtel SWPP 4MP-T81-03701 Welding Program, 03708 Pre/ Post Weld Heat Treatment and 03705 Welding & NDE Documentation.
• Maintain welding inspection tracking with Bechtel automation tools; supervise Welding Field Engineers and clerks.

Education

Bachelor's degree (required)

Tools

Unifier

Aconex

DSCS

PTR

Agile

Navisworks

WITs

TEAMWorks

Arc Stryker

PipeFighter

Job description

Work Location

Fairbanks Township, IN, Various Work Locations USA

Telework Type

Full-Time Office/Project

Project Overview

The project is a 1.3 GW simple‑cycle power generation facility located in Millersport, Ohio, being constructed adjacent to a hyperscale data center campus. The facility includes multiple power generation technologies consisting of Solar Titan 130 gas turbines, Siemens SGT800 gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure. The scope includes major civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, underground utility, control systems, and commissioning works required to support phased energization and turnover of the facility. Construction will be executed through a combination of direct hire and subcontracted labor supported by modularization, pre‑assembly, offsite warehousing, and advanced work packaging methodologies.

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.

Major Responsibilities

• Support inspection activities using ITP and engineering drawings.
• Provide specialized welding & inspection support for construction to ensure construction meets all code and Bechtel procedures including those found in the welding control manual.
• Help manage the issue of weld filler materials for welders to meet Bechtel and Code requirements.
• Help plan NDE activities of welding and coordinate with construction and Bechtel LFWE to support the overall construction schedule.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety.
• Implementation of the project ES&H program and quality control program.
• Supporting the maintenance of calibrations as required for Pre/PWHT equipment.
• Working knowledge of our corporate Pre/PWHT Procedure (PHT-2) and other welding procedures/standards.
• Perform inspections and documentation of all welding, NDE, and Pre/PWHT activities in progress on a continuing basis.
• Prepare material requisitions and maintain inventory for all Pre/PWHT equipment and materials.
• Coordinate work activities and training of direct hire Pre/PWHT personnel.
• Support the crafts in meeting quality requirements in order to maintain cost and schedule.
• Coach lower-level engineers within the welding discipline to ensure employees’ and Bechtel's needs are accomplished to achieve project and Bechtel goals.
• Maintain weld inspection tracking system using Bechtel specific automation tools.
• Supervise a team of Welding Field Engineers and clerks.

Education And Experience Requirements

Required bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• NDE Certs including PT, MT, and LT (Vac Box). Knowledge of AWS, API, NFPA, AWWA, ASTM and ASNT codes, specifications, and standards.
• Must be certifiable by written examination to Bechtel's nondestructive examination requirements as NDE Level II Visual Examination.
• 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.
• Advanced knowledge of Piping Design Drawings / Specifications and TEAMWorks / WITS.
• 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 motivate team members effectively & positively in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve in high pressure situations.
• Experience on power plants construction (preferred).
• Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures.
• 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, TEAMWorks, Arc Stryker, PipeFighter, and other automation tools which are used on Bechtel projects.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].