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This position will offer the opportunity to utilize and expand your engineering background by providing technical support in a professional services environment. Your primary roles will be welding, NDE, QC, and materials related technical project support activities for internal (S&L) and external clients - primarily supporting the power and related industries. In this role, you will be expected to effectively lead, review, and perform project related activities while also working with project teams on diverse activities such as:\nFailure evaluation\nMaterial selection, evaluation, and support\nMetallurgical / heat treatment analysis\nWelding design evaluation support\nDevelopment, execution, and review of welding procedures\nVendor shop oversite / surveillance / expediting\nNondestructive Examination / Testing (NDE / NDT) review, evaluation, and support\nQC program / plan review and development\nFactory Acceptance Testing support\nCorrosion evaluation and support\nCoating evaluation, selection, and support\nSpecial Process Support\nOther duties of the position may include:\nManaging materials and related personnel\nTraining employees\nSpecial process program / procedure review and development\nTechnical specification development and support\nTechnical report preparation and review\nDocument review\nData analysis and trending\nRecommending / evaluating test data\nFailure / causal analysis\nThe focus of these activities are engineering, design, and consulting. The position may involve approximately 10-15 % domestic and potential international travel to company locations and related supplier facilities for the purposes of vendor surveillance / expediting, witness of factory testing, and/or inspection activities.\nThis role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.\nDependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.\nQualifications\nWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.\nEssential skills and experience:\nBS or MS from an ABET-accredited engineering program or related academic experience\n5 or more years of experience in welding, NDE techniques / performance, QC, and materials / metallurgy / welding\nOne of the following certifications: \nAmerican Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)\nASNT Level II NDT Certification(s) - VT, MT, PT, RT, UT, or ET\nAMPP Coating Inspection certification or related qualification\nProficiency with MS Office applications\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills \nStrong analytical reasoning\nValued but not required skills and experience:\nPrevious NDE, Welding, or QC Program Manager experience.\nExperience in the power (fossil or nuclear) or related industries.\nSuccessful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training or a Professional Engineering (PE) License.\nTechnology & Innovation\nSargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.\nAbout Sargent & Lundy\nAt Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.\nHealth & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision\nLife & Accident Insurance\nDisability Coverage\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nBack-Up Daycare\nFSA & HSA\n401(k)\nPre-Tax Commuter Account\nMerit Scholarship Program\nEmployee Discount Program\nCorporate Charitable Giving Program\nTuition Assistance\nFirst Professional Licensure Bonus\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Parental Leave\nPaid Bereavement Leave\nFlexible Work Arrangements\nCompensation Range\n$100,019 - $152,807Transparency Statement\nSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Equal Opportunity\nSargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. 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