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Aecon Group, Inc.

Field Welding Engineer

Mineral, VA · On-site

$52 - $71.50/hr

The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program at various Aecon Project sites. The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding ...

Aecon Group, Inc.

Field Welding Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

$30.50 - $42/hr

The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program at various Aecon Project sites. The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding ...

Aecon Group Inc.

Field Welding Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

$30.50 - $42/hr

The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program at various Aecon Project sites. The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding ...

Aecon Group Inc.

Field Welding Engineer

Mineral, VA · On-site

$52 - $71.50/hr

The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program at various Aecon Project sites. The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding ...

Bechtel

Field Welding Engineer

Kemmerer, WY

$33.25 - $45.75/hr

In this role, you will lead, implement, and maintain global construction field welding programs and provide specialized welding engineering support. You will manage, inspect, and monitor the welding ...

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C A Murren and Sons Company, Inc.

Welding Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

$30.50 - $42/hr

Welding Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting Welding Engineer with experience ... Oversee and support field welding operations to ensure compliance with approved procedures and ...

C.A. Murren and Sons

Welding Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

$30.50 - $42/hr

Salary: Welding Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting Welding Engineer with ... Oversee and support field welding operations to ensure compliance with approved procedures and ...

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Bechtel

Welding Field Engineer

Chandler, AZ

$35.25 - $48.50/hr

Supports the Project Field Engineer and the Lead Field Welding engineer in implementing the site welding program on small projects * Implements and maintains Bechtel Field Welding program for all ...

Bechtel

Welding Field Engineer

Brownsville, TX

Coordinates work activities for Project Field Engineer and the Lead Field Welding engineer in implementing the site welding program on medium projects * Implements and maintains Bechtel Field Welding ...

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Bechtel

Welding Field Engineer

Chandler, AZ

$35.25 - $48.50/hr

In this role, you will maintain the field welding program and provide welding engineering support, technical knowledge, and assistance. You will coordinate the rod room and attendants, the welding ...

Bechtel

Welding Field Engineer

Lake Charles, LA

$32.75 - $45.25/hr

In this role, you will lead, implement, and maintain global construction field welding programs and provide specialized welding engineering support. You will manage, inspect, and monitor the welding ...

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Ameritex Machine & Fab, LLC

Welding Engineer

Conroe, TX · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered * 3+ years of welding engineering ...

Aero Bending Company

Welding Engineer

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Proven experience with stainless steel welding techniques, including TIG and ...

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Liebherr

Welding Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

$32.50 - $44.75/hr

The Weld Engineer interfaces with all functions in the facility to support the manufacture of ... Researches and analyzes Field and Customer proposals, specifications, and other data to evaluate ...

Precinmac

Welding Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$33.50 - $46.25/hr

WELDING ENGINEER Position Summary: Weld Engineers develop welding techniques, processes and ... Experience - At least four years progressive work experience in the welding field. Knowledge of ...

bwp

Welding Engineer

Houston, TX

$34.25 - $47/hr

Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% to field locations and vendor/contractor facilities as required. Required Education: · BS in Welding Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology ...

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd.

Welding Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

$32.50 - $44.75/hr

The Weld Engineer interfaces with all functions in the facility to support the manufacture of ... Researches and analyzes Field and Customer proposals, specifications, and other data to evaluate ...

Boardwalk Pipelines

Welding Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$34.25 - $47/hr

Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% to field locations and vendor/contractor facilities as required. Required Education: • BS in Welding Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology ...

Crafted Staff

0159 - Welding Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$105K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field * Experience with MIG, TIG, robotic welding, fabrication, and manufacturing processes * Knowledge of AWS codes ...

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How much do field welding engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for field welding engineer in the United States is $34.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Field Welding Engineers on construction sites?

Field Welding Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting welding procedures to variable site conditions, ensuring strict compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. They must also troubleshoot unexpected issues, like changing weather or material inconsistencies, which can impact welding performance. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are vital for overcoming these hurdles and delivering successful project outcomes.

What does a Field Welding Engineer do?

A Field Welding Engineer is responsible for overseeing welding operations on construction sites or in field environments, ensuring that welding activities meet safety, quality, and engineering standards. They develop welding procedures, inspect welds, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with project managers and welders to ensure project requirements are met. Field Welding Engineers also ensure compliance with industry codes and client specifications and may provide training or technical support to welding teams.

What is the difference between Field Welding Engineer vs Welding Supervisor?

AspectField Welding EngineerWelding Supervisor
CertificationsASME, AWS certifications, welding codesOften holds similar certifications, plus supervisory training
Work EnvironmentOn-site, in the field, overseeing welding processesOn-site or plant, managing welding teams and schedules
ResponsibilitiesEnsuring welding quality, technical support, complianceManaging welding crews, workflow, safety, and productivity

The main difference is that a Field Welding Engineer focuses on technical welding quality and compliance in the field, providing expert support, while a Welding Supervisor manages the welding team and daily operations. Both roles require similar certifications and work in similar environments, but their primary focus differs—technical oversight versus team management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Field Welding Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Field Welding Engineer, you need a strong background in materials science, welding processes, and engineering principles, typically supported by a degree in welding engineering or a related field. Familiarity with welding codes (such as ASME and AWS), non-destructive testing methods, and CAD software is commonly required, along with relevant certifications like Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Outstanding problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you address on-site challenges and coordinate with diverse teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring structural integrity, safety compliance, and successful project delivery in demanding field environments.
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Infographic showing various Field Welding Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 28% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 15% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,911 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Field Welding Engineer

Aecon Group, Inc.

Mineral, VA • On-site

$52 - $71.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value - it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won't just build your career - you'll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.
At Aecon, you can count on:
  • Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus - today and always.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation - we call it Aecon Proud.
At Aecon we:
  • Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
  • Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
  • Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.
What is the Opportunity?
Aecon is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience - transforming vision into reality. We offer a full spectrum of nuclear services for refurbishment, maintenance, new build, decommissioning, modularization, and fabrication to power a sustainable future.
Our nuclear sector plays an important role in extending the life of existing nuclear stations and executing the next generation of nuclear new builds leveraging a similar fleet execution strategy. From our work delivering the two largest refurbishment projects (Surry Dominion Power Station) in North America to deploying the first grid-scale SMR in the western world. We continue moving forward with a strategic focus on decarbonizing energy systems in support of a net zero future.
The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program at various Aecon Project sites.
The Project Field Welding Engineer supports the implementation of the welding program for Aecon projects, and is a project technical expert for all welding related code and technical issues. Must be able to secure unescorted access authorization to plant site. Position may be dayshift or nightshift depending on project needs and schedule and may require travel to and from home office and remote work supporting supplier fabrication activities.
Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen to apply for this position.
What You'll Do Here:
  • Ensures the proper implementation and maintenance of the corporate or site Welding and QA Program
  • Supports the Welding Program Manager with the execution of all project welding activities in accordance with the Company welding program manual, regulatory, code and contract requirements.
  • Review contract and design specifications to develop project welding requirements (Project Technical Welding Requirements Document). Supports constructability evaluations during the project design phase.
  • Provides support to discipline work planners/field engineers (piping, component, structural, etc.) with the development of Welding Documentation (Weld Records and Weld Maps) for their respective construction work packages.
  • Issues, and controls Welding Procedures, Welding Specifications, Process Control Documents, and all other technical welding documents.
  • Supports the implementation of Welding Program Management software at project site and in coordination with corporate offices.
  • Travel to suppliers and vendors for support of welding program activities, assisting vendors in welding related fabrication and technical issues, welding personnel qualification assistance, WPS qualification and documentation requirements
  • Facilitates availability of welding documentation and technical support to the Project Manager and Superintendents for execution of field welding operations.
  • Directs and implements the project welder qualification program and welder status program, including witnessing and supervision of the weld test shop for welders and welding operator performance qualification testing.
  • Oversee the weld material issue program and provides consultation, technical responses, consultation, and support for welding related questions and issues presented by regulatory bodies, clients, and internal staff.
  • Sets day-to-day direction for welding engineers (when assigned) to support project goals
  • Implements and supports the project welding documentation database and issues weekly project welding status reports.
  • Also, may be assigned to perform other mechanical and piping field engineering functions, such as material inventory control activities, work package/datasheet reviews and similar activities as needed to support the resource needs/schedule of the assigned project.

What You Bring To The Team:
  • Minimum of a two-year associates' degree from an accredited college in Welding, Engineering, Materials Science, Welding Engineering Technology, or other applicable technology program and 5 -15 years' experience in a welding engineering related position.
  • A 4 year technical degree in a welding related field with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the nuclear power generation or federal nuclear industry is also acceptable
  • Alternatively 10 years experience in welding related fields within the nuclear industry and evaluation of experience and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Commercial nuclear outage experience and major projects/component replacement background at commercial nuclear plants is a must.
  • Experience working with ASME Section IX, and one or more of the following ASME Sections: I, II, II, VIII, B31.1, and/or AWS D1.1.
  • Experienced with the development and qualification of Welding Procedures to meet design, construction, and regulatory requirements for power plant applications.
  • Experience with evaluation and resolution development of welding related project and code issues.
  • Development of project welding requirements and plans.
  • Experience testing welders, supervising weld test shops, and performing destructive and non-destructive testing of welder performance qualification test coupons.
  • Familiarity with weld filler material purchase requisition, review and use of filler material purchase specifications, procurement of welding filler materials and management of welding filler material issue stations.
  • Familiarity with preparation review and approval of welder performance qualification records and continuity records.
  • Ability to train other project personnel within a formal setting regarding welding program procedures, processes and requirements.
  • Familiarity with post weld heat treatment processes and procedures and nondestructive examination processes and procedures.
  • Demonstrated past competence in generating or providing technical input to welding related subcontracts for specialty services (e.g. welding machine rentals, NDE subcontracts, PWHT subcontracts, machining subcontracts, etc.)

Other Job Requirements:
  • Must be able to secure unescorted access authorization to plant site.
  • Must be able to physically perform the job duties, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, wear fall protection, climb scaffold, enter confined spaces, see and hear within legal limits, lift up to 25 lbs., properly wear all assigned PPE
  • Must be able to effectively utilize all computer software required for the position, including welding management software for welding documentation purposes. This position requires prior or current nuclear power plant welding program and electronic welding management software implementation experience.
  • Position requires a high level of AWS and ASME welding knowledge.

Preferred Additional Qualifications:
  • Experience with machine GTAW welding processes and equipment
  • Knowledge and experience with advanced machine welding systems and processes.
  • Knowledge and experience with field machining and / or precision measurements for the installation of piping and equipment.
  • In-depth experience related to implementation and use of electronic welding management system.
  • Participation or member of an ASME or AWS committee, sub-committee, or working group.
  • Ability to interface directly with client regarding welding program quality issues, concerns, regulatory compliance and welding technical issues.
  • Past experience performing troubleshooting and providing resolution to welding technical issues
  • Non-destructive examination experience or day-to-day interaction with NDE processes or subcontractors

Salary Range & Benefits
Hourly Range: $65.00 US/hourly - $85.00 US/hourly
Hourly Range: ~$91.00 CAD/hourly - $119.00 CAD/hourly
Benefits Include:
  • Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
  • 401K (comprehensive match plan)
  • Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
  • Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
  • Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
  • Green Home Energy Benefit ( A subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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