Becoming a welder in Schenectady, NY, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Schenectady, NY, welders earn an average of $124.83 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
Location: Schenectady, New York Job Title: Welding Engineer Status: Full-time Professional Annual Salary Range: $66,096 - $118,232 • Salary commensurate with education and experience. Job Summary As a Welding Engineer at BPMI, you will perform welding engineering evaluations, analysis, and make engineering decisions for all aspects of assigned tasks which may include a combination of several functions involving the design, fabrication, installation, and refurbishment of equipment. Essential Duties: • Review/prepare of welding and process instructions, standards, and specifications. • Prepare, follow, and report welding development programs. • Provide welding engineering oversight of supplier processing and fabrication procedures. • Analysis of welding conditions. • Troubleshooting and failure analysis. • Assisting with in-service inspections and evaluations. • 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, and a 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 attractive pay and benefits with 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: • B.S. in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited college or university required. • Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred for newer college graduates. • 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: • M.S. or Ph.D. in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering (with an interest in physical metallurgy) preferred. • Two years of experience is preferred. • Application of welding in the design and fabrication of equipment. Preparation and interpretation of welding specifications and standards, and the metallurgy of materials to fabricate plant equipment or pressure vessels is desirable. 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.
See More Details >>About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an experienced welding engineer to join the team! The ideal candidate has previous experience leading welders and holds welding standards certification. This position requires direct interaction with stakeholders during work planning and execution, equipment procurement, vendor maintenance support, along with upkeep of existing facility systems supporting the laboratory. This position may require some travel. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 9 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 7 years of relevant experience; or Currently or previously Shift Supervisor Part II qualified; or qualified SIT and 3 years EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Currently or previously CRE qualified; or 6 years as SRE; or SRE qualified and 9 years of experience. Preferred Skills - Current/prior NNL laboratory operations experience - Current/prior training or certification in welding standards (e.g. AWS, ASME, NAVSEA Tech. Pub. 278, Welding Standard [redacted], etc) - Excellent verbal/written communication skills - Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplined work group (e.g. engineers, laboratory personnel, management, customers, compliance personnel) - Proactive problem solver - Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Suite (e.g. Work, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, PowerApps, etc.) Compensation and Benefits • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance • 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan • Personal & Medical Time Off • Paid Parental Leave • Flexible Work Schedules • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Wellness Program • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $103,100.00 - $161,100.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>About the Position: This role requires expertise in welding engineering, materials science, and metallurgy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in one of these fields, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be able to obtain a Department of Energy security clearance. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components.
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