The Welding Engineer/Specialist is the enterprise subject matter expert (“SME”) on welding and fusion, which includes ownership of the welding and fusion manuals and procedures; as such, this position is responsible for hands-on coordination and control of the joining program across all of GAS.  This position is a critical contact between Atlanta Gas Light, Chattanooga Gas, Nicor Gas, Virginia Natural Gas and MS&T.

The Welding Engineer/Specialist performs analytical or interpretive tasks and applies specialized technical skills to: 

• Direct
• Designs
• Develops
• Reviews
• Recommends
• Creates
• Implements
• Updates
• Proficient in internal records management-related systems

Responsibilities include assisting in the timely inventory, evaluation, and recommendation of proper GAS joining systems; writing processes and procedures intrinsic to the GAS joining program; and maintaining archival, joining program, and compliance-related systems.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Serves as subject matter expert for the Company in joining (fusion/welding) procedures.
• Provides consultation for the various operating areas as it pertains to Company procedures and specifications, standard practices, and technical guidance in fusion and welding.
• Provides guidance to those who are primarily involved with fusion/welding qualification/requalification, non-destructive testing and analysis, assessments, training, and certification.
• Responds to internal requests enterprise-wide for system design and technical support as they relate to joining (fusion/welding) materials and system components.
• Authority to stop work at any jobsite for failure to comply with applicable Code, Standards, and company procedures. 
• Reviews and approves new welding procedures per API 1104 or section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Collaborates with Materials Testing (lab) Analyst and Materials Engineer(s) in the preparation of in-house laboratory and field tests, data analysis, and reporting required for evaluation of new products, materials, and technologies (projects).  Interacts with third-party labs for specialized testing.
• Audits Company Operating Procedure Manual (“OPM”) against current edition (IBR) of API 1104 yearly.  Proposes, drafts, approves, and implements new OPM language as needed.
• Performs and/or oversees on-site manufacturer pressure regulator station (“first stage regulator”/“tin whistle”) and large rotary meter set inspections to ensure vendor compliance with specified requirements of material being purchased.
• Consultant on whether to qualify/disqualify Company and contractor personnel in fusion/welding per Operator Qualification procedures.
• Establishes criteria on joining equipment and tools to optimize their performance, monitors joining material and tool performance to service level- and listed standards and compares actual performance to published expectations and enterprise needs.
• Writes formal, analytical communications including approval reports, corrective action reports, joining (fusion/welding) procedures, and operating manuals.
• Oversees manufacturer vessel fabrication inspections for x-ray evaluation of welds, workmanship, and general fabrication practices. Consultant on whether to accept/reject prefabricated vessels based on observations made during plant inspections.
• Performs and/or oversees on-site x-ray inspection of welds, ultrasonic testing, dye-penetrant testing, and other non-destructive testing of welds.
• Oversees compliance of record-keeping for qualified joiners.
• Monitors Joiner Database to ensure a qualified fusion/welding workforce is utilized.
• Supports Regulatory Compliance during Public Service Commission (“PSC”) audits. 
• Supports Supply Chain and Inventory Control by assisting incoming material inspection program at the CDC, and with integrated suppliers. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

Education, Certifications/Licenses

Required:

• High school graduate or college/university graduate
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng)
• Valid drivers license

Preferred:

• BA/BS in recognized engineering discipline 
• EIT or Profession Engineering License
• State Radiographer Qualification

Related Work Experience

Required:

• 5+ years experience in welding / joining activities
• Extensive welding background and extensive operating department experience

Preferred:

• Experience writing technical standards, procedures, and/or manuals

Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Specific Knowledge & Skills

Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of 49CFR192 Sub-parts E and F, and Appendix C
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of API 1104 and Section IX of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills (with all personnel levels)
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent consultation, planning and organizing, problem-solving, analysis, and resolution, decision making, and customer service skills
• High degree of adaptability/flexibility and highly results-orientated
• Expert in records management processes, procedures, legal / regulatory requirements, etc. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word)

Disclaimer:  This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job.  The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.