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Mechanical Field Engineer - Preservation

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated, Lake Charles, LA, United States


Mechanical Field Engineer - Preservation

Requisition ID:293978

Relocation Authorized: National - Single

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location: Lake Charles, LA

Job Summary
In this role, you will provide project field engineering support with work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of system turnover. Your work will contribute to ensuring 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.

Interfaces in planning construction methods and procedures.

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.

For Direct Hire

Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.

Reviews and approves inspection test plans.

Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.

Education and Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Experience with rotating and static equipment.

Familiarity with basic testing and preservation requirements for electrical equipment.

Familiarity with control valves.

Familiarity with SmartCompletions is preferred.

Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H).

Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program.

Must be computer-literate in word processing, spreadsheet and Bechtel database applications.

Must be familiar with current industry quality standards.

Basic ability to utilize the TeamWorks automation suite as the Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).

Knowledge of Project Technical Requests (PTR) for routing and resolving Requests for Information (RFIs), Field Change Documents (FCDs), and Non Conformance/Compliance Reports (NCRs) between project sites, contractors, clients, and home office.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Additional Information
Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: 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 (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

Benefits
We offer robust benefits to help employees thrive, including career development, wellness programs, and time for personal growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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 acesstmt@bechtel.com.

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