Welding Field Engineer

Requisition

* Relocation Authorized:
National - Accompanied

* Telework Type:
Full-Time Office/Project

* Work Location:

Lake Charles,LA

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Project Overview:

Louisiana LNG is located approximately 11 miles southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana. The project includes a mid-scale, mixed-refrigerant Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on the west side of the Calcasieu River. There are five identical process plants. Each process plant consists of one gas pre-treatment unit, one condensate stabilization unit, and four Chart heavy hydrocarbon (HHC) removal and liquefaction groups.

The facility will include associated utilities, refrigerant storage, three 235,000m3 full-containment LNG storage tanks, and three marine berths.

Job Summary:

The Welding Field Engineer will report to the Lead Welding Field Engineer. This individual is responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of the site welding program and direct hire work activities for both Non-Destruct Exam (NDE) and Pre/Post-Welding Heat Treat (PWHT). 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. #LI-BH1

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.

* Prepares 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. Interface with the Lead Welding Engineer for direction of work assigned tasks.

Education and Experience Requirements:

* Requires 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:

* 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. Strong technical…