Piping Field Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction company is looking for a Field Engineer to manage engineering activities on Liquefied Natural Gas projects across various US locations. The successful candidate must possess a degree and significant industry experience, including knowledge of engineering and construction methods. The role requires physical inspection capabilities, commitment to safety protocols, and the ability to prepare detailed project documentation. Comprehensive benefits are offered, reflecting the company's commitment to employee development.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience walking down piping installation and test packages.
• Field inspections require physical capability in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings and sketches.
• Initiate requisitions for field purchases.
• Verify commodities on quantity tracking systems.
• Ensure safety requirements are adhered to.
• Develop understanding of system and area scoping.

Skills

Construction experience

Heavy industrial construction experience

Knowledge of engineering and construction methods

ASME B31.3 piping code

Cryogenic piping experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

TEAMWorks

Job description

Requisition ID:293428

• Relocation Authorized: National - Accompanied
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA, Brownsville, TX, Lake Charles, LA, Port Arthur, TX

Overview

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. We differentiate ourselves by the quality of our people and our drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, aligning capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations, across Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals; and Manufacturing and Technology markets. Core to Bechtel are our Vision, Values and Commitments. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview

The selected candidate will initially be placed on one of our four Liquefied Natural Gas Plant Projects in the US Gulf Coast Region for our Energy Global Business Unit. The candidate may be mobilized to other Global Business Units in a different location as needed. Desired experience includes market sector/sub-sector construction in energy (LNG), manufacturing and technology (semiconductor, chemical, pharmaceutical, data centers, power generation), infrastructure (aviation, rail, roads/bridges), mining and minerals (water treatment, mineral extraction, metal refining), and nuclear, security, and environmental (nuclear EPC, power distribution, combined cycle, defense and space, environmental cleanup). The candidate should be prepared to be fully mobile as needs arise.

Job Summary

In this role, 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.

Major Responsibilities

Work Planning & Packaging

• Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
• Leads preparation of construction drawings and schedules and the design of temporary construction facilities and ensures preparation of "as built" drawings and other job plans.

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 shows 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

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Construction experience assigned to a construction site.
• Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction methods and processes customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
• Experience walking down piping installation work packages and piping test packages.
• Experience with ASME B31.3 piping code.
• Experience with installing aboveground pipe and underground pipe, both metallic and HDPE.
• Experience with cryogenic piping is preferred.
• TEAMWorks experience is preferred.
• Experience working on the U.S. Gulf Coast is preferred.

Work includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (e.g. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

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 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.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

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, or 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 email their request to [e-mail]