Welding Engineer
Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc.

Location:Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title:Welding Engineer

Status:Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range:$68,300 - $129,100

*Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary

As a Welding Engineer at BPMI, you will workunder significant oversight and performs routine technical functions to execute the BPMI mission in areas including but not limited to welding engineering evaluations and analyses, engineering decisions for all aspects of assigned tasks which may include a combination of several functions including the design, fabrication, installation, and refurbishment of equipment. Work may include independent assessments or participating on multi-disciplinary teams, research and development, and on-site supplier assessments.

This position requires knowledge and application of welding engineering techniques, principles, and practices employed in the area of assignment. Individual is responsible to maintain the technical excellence of the Company within the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

Essential Duties:

• Understand project requirements, track progress against schedule and performance goals, and provide regular status updates to management and the design team.
• Assist with the preparation of welding and process instructions, standards, manuals, and specifications. Provide input to the preparation, follow, and reporting of material development programs.
• Assist with welding engineer oversight of supplier processing and fabrication procedures.
• Perform failure analysis on metal components to identify root causes, suggest improvements and develop solutions to prevent future issues.
• Team with other engineers performing related phases of the technical work to ensure integration of activities and plans.
• Prepare revisions to technical manuals, reports, or procedures in accordance with NR Program quality standards.
• Conduct production reviews and quality surveillance; review and approve supplier designs and supporting technical reports on assigned components and equipment; develop and implement methods to improve supplier performance.
• Assist with in-service inspections and evaluations to ensure high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective equipment.
• Prepare letters to the Government providing technical information, recommending approval of technical actions or obtaining approval of funding.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Stay current with advancements in the field of welding techniques and technologies. Develop an understanding of component and system interrelationships and expand understanding of pertinent welding processes.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, anda sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractivepay andbenefitswith a stable organization.
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degreein Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 for newer college graduates.
• Experience in the application of welding in the design and fabrication of equipment.
• Ability to prepare and interpret welding specifications and standards and the metallurgy of materials to fabricate plant equipment or pressure vessels is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook and other commonly used business applications.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including effective technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of quality.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Creative and innovative problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong desire to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit www.bpmionline.com.

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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