Mechanical SME - Centerline

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits

Opportunities for training

Career advancement programs

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is searching for a Mechanical SME - Centerline in Reston, VA. This role initiates the Constructability Program process for turbine projects, requiring significant travel for audits and training.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in turbine construction and excellent communication skills. Join a diverse company that values innovation and teamwork while providing robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience with Combustion Turbine & Generator and Steam Turbine & Generator erection is essential.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites for quality audits, training, constructability reviews.
• Coordinate project implementation of the Quality Management System.
• Develop and maintain processes and procedures.

Skills

Field erection of Turbines

Installation of mechanical equipment

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID:289756

• Relocation Authorized: National - Single
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Reston, VA

Project Overview

The Infrastructure GBU's, Renewables & Clean Power business line is pursuing future combined cycle power plant projects. The business line is assembling an execution team to be based in Reston, VA. This position may require travel to projects on business trips to support project and business line needs.

Job Summary

The Mechanical SME - Centerline initiates the Constructability Program process and schedule, identifying construction related requirements to other functions in time to support their estimating efforts during project development/Front-End Engineering and Design. The SME then assists projects during all phases of the project traveling to project sites as needed to assist with program audits, training, constructability input and periodic reviews. The SME acts as a point of contact for projects assisting with Combustion Turbine & Generator and Steam Turbine & Generator related project implementation. The SME will ensure consistency of Centerline Erection builds between projects documenting lessons learned and best practices.

Major Responsibilities

• Travels to project sites for quality audits, training, constructability reviews, and planning.
• Develops and maintains enterprise-wide processes, procedures, and applications.
• Coordinates project implementation of the Quality Management System.
• Leads or supports proposal efforts and constructability planning.
• Ensures effective communication between construction, engineering, and jobsite teams.
• Reviews Construction Engineering deliverables such as Work and Test Packages.
• Implements TIC improvements and applies lessons learned from prior projects.
• Coordinates MAS activities with engineering counterparts.

Planning

• Initiates and manages the Constructability Program, ensuring timely identification of construction needs during project development and FEED.
• Provides construction input on design, schedules, fabrication strategy, equipment procurement, and delivery sequencing.
• Plans for multiple turbine configurations and centerline equipment placement.
• Participates in heavy haul and heavy lift planning.
• Applies judgment to complex problems and collaborates across disciplines and expertise areas.

Safety & Quality

• Leads 3D model and interdisciplinary design reviews to ensure safe, constructible, and cost-effective designs.
• Promotes and enforces the Zero Accident Philosophy across field operations.

Technical

• Provides global expertise in Centerline construction processes
• Develops and delivers constructability and technical training.
• Supports Advance Work Packaging (AWP) and project sequencing, including storyboard and heavy lift planning

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with Combustion Turbine & Generator and Steam Turbine & Generator erection is required.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in the field erection of Turbines and associated equipment(Combustion, Steam, Aeroderivate, etc)
• Experience in installation of mechanical equipment is desirable.
• Experience and knowledge relating to multiple OEMs preferable
• Experience working for an OEM is considered a plus.
• Direct Hire experience is considered desirable.
• Experience in the development and delivery of training programs.
• Experience in developing installation schedules, method statements, and budgets for proposals and field executed work.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to accurately convey critical needs and next steps to ensure a successful install with multiple projects.
• Business travel will be required to multiple sites/locations 1-2weeks per month. Travel will be to support quality audits, training, constructability reviews and overall planning.
• Experience interfacing with OEMs to ensure the design, materials, equipment etc are delivered to support the construction schedule.

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 Total Rewards.

Acknowledgement of Diversity

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.

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].