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Job Title


Lead Field Engineer - Welding


Company : Bechtel Corporation


Location : Cheyenne, WY


Created : 2026-04-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Summary:Leads construction engineers in a broad range of construction engineering work within a specific engineering discipline for a particular area of the project. Provides engineering assistance to superintendents, directs assigned personnel in meeting cost and time schedules, verifies materials, equipment, and quality and assures results meet design requirements. Functions as a lead discipline engineer, coordinating related discipline activities and interfacing with other areas/disciplines on the jobsite. #LI-TH1Major Responsibilities: Lead Field Welding engineer duties as follows: Demonstrates a personal commitment to safety Implement and maintain Bechtel Field Welding program. Provide specialized welding engineering support for construction to ensure construciton meets all code and Bechtel procedures. Provide technical expertise for ASME, API, and AWS or other code designed and fabricated items. Responsible to manage pre- and post-weld heat treatment program whether self- performed by Bechtel or subcontractors. Responsible to manage rod room and rod room attendent to ensure all weld filler materials are controled and meet Bechtel and Code requirements. Responsible to manage the NDE subcontract to include scheduling and coordinate with construction and subcontract for the best possible shooting schedule at the least cost and least impact to construction. Responsible to manage and monitor welder qualificaiton test lab to insure high quality welders are being prperly tested and hired. Work with Supervisors, Foreman, and craft so to maintain weld documents and ensure the credibility/accountability of the Welding Program. Responsible to manage issue and maintain welder qualifications and welder stamps. - Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules Provides leadership and takes personal accountability for site safety, environmental and health program Participate in the Project Chromium Material Assessments, and Hex Chrome mitigation activities 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​ Minimum of 10 to 12 years industry experience in welding and welding supervision with a minimum 3 years Bechtel experience. Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field welding activities​ Required Knowledge and Skills: Working knowledge of current industry quality construction procedures and standards. Must be able to climb ladders and be able to handle the wearing of protective clothing from contamination. 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 Diverse teams build the extraordinary: 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. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. 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