Welding Specialist

Aecon•Kincardine, ON

48d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and AtkinsRéalis located in Kincardine, Ontario. Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064. Reporting functionally to the Welding Manager, the Welding Specialist is responsible for supporting the Welding activities associated with MCR Feeder and Fuel Channel Replacement.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of manufacturing/fabrication or related industry knowledge
Graduate of Welding Technology Program or equivalent, or equivalent practical experience
Strong working knowledge of arc welding processes and equipment is essential
Good working knowledge of NDE methods for VT/MT/PT/RT and UT
General knowledge of Manufacturing methods and procedures
Working knowledge with MS based computer applications
Work well in a team environment
Strong written, verbal communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Certification as a CWB Welding Supervisor would be an asset
Knowledge of ASME Code Section IX, CWB W47.1 and CSA W59, AWS D1.1/D1.6 considered an asset
Certification as a CWB Welding Supervisor would be an asset
Significant experience operating and supporting Orbital Welding Tooling is an asset

Responsibilities

Develop Welding techniques, procedures, and application of Welding equipment, using knowledge of production specifications, properties and characteristics of metals and metal alloys, and Weld engineering principles
Provide expertise and work closely with Welders, Supervisors and Welding Engineers to determine optimal Welding parameters with equipment type, process, joint configuration, and consumable selection
Ensuring that site conditions are suitable for the planned Welding activities prior to mobilization of Welding Operators and performing corrections as applicable with the support of the Execution Construction Team
Maintain a regular job-site presence to continuously monitor and oversee in-process Welding activities
Ensuring that Welding Operators are using the correct Welding procedures for the applicable Welding process
Verifying that Welding Operators are adhering to issued Welding procedures
Ensuring that Welding Tooling and Equipment is correctly configured for the applicable Welding process
Review and verification of Weld data and results following Weld completion
Lead Welding and Welding Tooling related troubleshooting activities at site
Report Welding related issues, including Tooling and Human Performance issues, to Supervision.
Support emergent Weld Procedure Development activities
Supervise the Training and Qualification of new Welding Operators
Preparation of Aecon Technical Specifications and requisitions for Weld consumables, including Special Purchasing Instructions
Ability to interpret Aecon and customer drawings, codes, standards, and procedures and communicate review findings with applicable project personnel
Ensure process control is maintained throughout critical Welding activities.
Training of welders on weld procedures, processes and welding equipment, and the maintenance of same.
Review detailed drawings and determine joint configurations and Weld symbols
As required, manage the qualification of Welders for field and shop Welding personnel
Stay current with and introduce new technologies
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

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