Senior Welding Engineer

T.D. Williamson • TX

75d

About The Position

At TDW we put people first - that means working everyday to ensure the pipelines that run through our communities are operating safely and reliably. What sets us apart is our expertise, experience and commitment. Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect. The position involves providing welding and project engineering support to services operations primarily throughout the Western Hemisphere but also globally as needed. The role includes developing and maintaining quality procedures, processes, and documentation, acting as SME support to sales and operations teams, and ensuring internal and external expectations are met.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering and ability to perform engineering analysis and calculations.
• At least 5 years of experience in welding procedure development and QA/QC related functions.
• Experience with oil and gas pipelines and facilities.
• In-service welding experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable US codes, standards, regulators, and regulations.
• Experience with quality management systems and jurisdictional audits.
• Good oral and written communication skills; must be fluent in English.
• Positive attitude, high attention to detail, strong leadership qualities.
• Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel internationally.
• Class 5 driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain HSE tickets and certificates.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with TDW products and services.
• ABSA Welding Examiner certification.
• CSA W178.2 Level 1 or 2 Welding Inspector or equivalent.
• Knowledge of international codes, standards and regulations.
• CWB Retained Engineer and/or Supervisor experience.
• Structural welding knowledge and experience.
• Experience with welding research and development.
• Involved in code committees and/or related industry groups.
• Traps (launchers and receivers) design, use and/or fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensures planning, execution, and management of assigned ancillary projects.
• Works with sales to develop costing and estimates for welding services projects.
• Prepares proposals, coordinates with various departments prior to submission, customer presentations, project development, implementation, execution, monitoring costs, change orders and material procurement.
• Submits timely project updates, progress reports, and cost trends.
• Assists engineering, safety, and other departments with projects as assigned.
• Assists with scheduling equipment and personnel for welding services.
• Coordinates work of field welders on job sites.
• Prepares engineering and jurisdictional approval packages.
• Acts as welding services quality assurance manager with upkeep of Canadian and US quality management systems.
• Assists with training and qualification of welders and other welding services personnel.
• Maintains jurisdictional certificate of authorization permits, contractor licenses, and other company certifications.
• Coordinates and oversees shop welding and maintenance.
• Leads and assists with internal and external audits.
• Serves as technical advisor for welding services operations.
• Provides technical assistance to commercial department and subcontract sources.
• Develops welding procedures, procedure qualification records, installation procedures, data sheets, and specifications.
• Conducts subcontractor and site audits to ensure competency of in-service welding programs.
• Monitors welders/equipment quality standards, investigates problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Performs research and development on new developments in machinery, equipment, procedures, and techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees