Welding Engineer
Resume:
CHRISTOPHER YEAROUT
Welding Engineer
Bonifay, FL 32425
******@*******.***
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Welding Engineer
Johnson Controls - Geneva, AL
January 2020 to July 2020
Conducts research and development investigations to develop and test new fabrication processes and procedures, improve existing or develop new welding equipment, develop new or modify current welding methods, techniques, and procedures, discover new patterns of welding phenomena, or to correlate and substantiate hypotheses. Prepares technical reports as result of research and development and preventive maintenance investigations. Establishes welding procedures to guide production and welding personnel relating to specification restrictions, material processes, pre- and post-heating requirements which involve use of complex alloys, unusual fabrication methods, welding of critical joints, and complex post heating requirements. Evaluates new developments in welding field for possible application to current welding problems or production processes.
Directs, trains, and coordinates technical personnel in performing inspections to ensure workers' compliance with established welding procedures, restrictions, and standards; in testing welds for conformance with national code requirements; or testing welding personnel for certification. Contacts personnel of other agencies, engineering personnel, or clients to exchange ideas, information, or offer technical advice concerning welding matters.
Performs experimental welding to evaluate new equipment, techniques, and materials. Other duties may be assigned.
Mechanical Planner
Austin Industrial - Savannah, GA
October 2019 to December 2019
Work independently to plan work order packages for implementation of preventive and corrective maintenance and to ensure safe and efficient operation of the plant. Planned work order packages are to meet approved procedure requirements, instructions, and guides in support of forced and refuel outage work as directed by Work Management. Includes, but not limited to:
Provide technical expertise on systems and plant equipment for planning and writing of detailed work packages. Provide technical expertise to the craft and craft supervisor during task performance. Field investigations/walkdowns for problem identification. Prepare detailed packages to include historical data, plant impact, post maintenance testing, and proper written instruction. Prepare and update work packages to resolve condition reports and reported deficiencies or enhancements to ensure WORK EXPERIENCE
completion within established schedule parameters. Identification of parts and materials.
Identification of special tools and equipment.
Translate engineering change documents into the work package. Identification of appropriate supporting documentation such as procedures, weld Records, permits, etc. Monitor work order backlogs and prepare work packages based on established priorities and schedules. Provide detailed planning instructions for assigned major maintenance activities. This would also include preparing or assisting in preparation of design change packages, as appropriate. Incorporate feedback on work order package enhancements in a timely manner. Ensure work order packages meet industry and plant standards.
Prepare, resolve, and disposition Condition Reports (CRs), Action Requests (ARs), Requests for Technical Services i.e. Vendor contract initiation, and other documents as required. Welding Engineer
Hire Technologies Staffing - Waynesboro, GA
July 2017 to October 2018
• Break down of design drawings into simplified weld maps to produce weld data sheets.
• Produce weld maps for ASME III, Civil, Mechanical and electrical Department.
• Review of Westinghouse design drawings and procedures.
• Review of vender drawings to insure Field Engineers have the most up-to-date revisions to work with for construction use.
• A strong understanding of the E&DCR and how they can change the scope and design of work related issues with construction.
Welding Engineer VC Summer 2&3
WECTEC Staffing - Jenkinsville, SC
July 2016 to July 2017
Weld Panning Group
• Break down of design drawings into simplified weld maps to produce weld data sheets.
• Produce weld maps for ASME III, Civil, Mechanical and electrical Department.
• Review of Westinghouse design drawings and procedures.
• Review of down of vender drawings to insure Field Engineers have the most up-to-date revisions to work with for construction use.
• A strong understanding of the E&DCR and how they can change the scope and design of work related issues with construction.
Welding Engineer Blue Grass Chemical Depot
Bechtel - Richmond, KY
July 2013 to July 2016
Night shift Welding Engineer
STR for Mistras RT, MT and PT coordination with Dayshift
• Responsible for the planning and execution of inspections and verifications as directed by the Field Quality Control Manager.
• Review of work plans & initial reviews of Construction scope and Construction procedures to assure adequate quality verifications are identified.
• Evaluate and collaborate on quality work being completed including welding and nondestructive examinations for fabrication and installation of piping, supports, structural steel, and other commodities in support of a major construction activity involving all disciplines.
• Assign and perform inspections of in process and completed work.
• Assign and perform surveillance activities of on-going direct hire and subcontracted work operations. Review completed work packages for completeness and correctness.
• Demonstrate leadership by participating in and fostering a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communications, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction. Welding Engineer Xcel nuclear Power
Bechtel - Monticello, MN
December 2012 to May 2013
• Read, interpret, and determine appropriate welding procedures and processes based on customer specifications and industry requirements.
• Offer support to technicians in the field and be able to give guidance on field work.
• Work in both office and field environments.
• Visual Inspection of Structural and piping
• Welder testing/qualification review and update
• Evaluate and collaborate on quality work being completed including welding and nondestructive examinations for fabrication and installation of piping, supports, structural steel, and other commodities in support of a major construction activity involving all disciplines.
Welding Engineer Russell city energy
Bechtel - Hayward, CA
May 2012 to December 2012
• Read, interpret, and determine appropriate welding procedures and processes based on customer specifications and industry requirements.
• Create WPS and PQR's.
• Ensure project designs meet conformance and specifications.
• Review design changes.
• Communicate regularly with the project team.
• Heavy client interaction to answer any technical inquiries.
• Offer support to technicians in the field and be able to give guidance on field work.
• Work in both office and field environments.Qualifying welders/ Control of welding materials (specifying the technical requirements for procurement, managing the 'rod room')
• NDE coordination for RT And PT Establish the requirements in respect to all welding, materials and NDT activities in accordance with the applicable Specifications, Codes, and Standards Quality Control Engineer Welding II WTP Vitrification Plant Bechtel - Richland, WA
November 2010 to May 2012
Responsible for the planning and execution of inspections and verifications as directed by the Field Quality Control Manager.
• Review of work plans & initial reviews of Construction scope and Construction procedures to assure adequate quality verifications are identified.
• Evaluate and collaborate on quality work being completed including welding and nondestructive examinations for fabrication and installation of piping, supports, structural steel, and other commodities in support of a major construction activity involving all disciplines.
• Assign and perform inspections of in process and completed work.
• Assign and perform surveillance activities of on-going direct hire and subcontracted work operations. Review completed work packages for completeness and correctness.
• Demonstrate leadership by participating in and fostering a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communications, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction. Welding Lead
Charles Loomis Inc
October 2009 to June 2010
Due to the struggling economy, the company had to downsize. My position went from Shop manager to Welding lead
• Delegate daily workload
• Oversee final products prior to shipping and installation
• Quality Control VT/PT/MT
• Shipping and packaging of products
• Services all warranty on location after installation
• Customer service
• Assist with welding, fabricating, machining, shipping as needed
• In charge of safety program
Shop Manager
Charles Loomis Inc
May 2007 to October 2009
• Managed 20 full time shop employees plus a various amount of temporary employees (depending on workload)
• Worked with Chief Of Operations to coordinate workflow between the office and shop
• Worked with Engineer to help create customer products
• Worked with Research and Development to finalize/edit drawings
• Established work priorities (fabrication, assembly, powder coating, shipping)
• Delegated daily/weekly/monthly workload and schedule
• Conduct morning meetings
• Hired/laid off employees
• Process evaluations and performances. Allotted raises
• Planned team building events
• Set up and tear of scaffolding at offsite jobs
• Assist with welding, fabricating, machining, shipping as needed 09/05-05/07, Research and Development
• Worked with engineer in creating the most efficient product for customer needs
• Quality assurance of incoming parts, tolerance and dimensioning
• Assisted in drawings changes/edits with engineering and/or assembly issues
• Assist with welding, fabricating, machining, shipping as needed Welding Engineer
Charles Loomis Inc
January 2005 to September 2005
• Managed 3 full time employees and 3-5 temporary employees (as needed)
• Welding: TIG (aluminum, stainless & steel) MIG (wire feed)
• Machining: Rolling, lath, mill
• Fabrication: Blue print reading and problem solving
• Electrical troubleshooting
Welder
Charles Loomis Inc
July 2004 to January 2005
• Welding: TIG (aluminum, stainless & steel) MIG (wire feed)
• Machining: Rolling, lath, mill
• Fabrication: Blue print reading and problem solving Carpenter
Self-Employed - Bellevue, WA
October 2003 to July 2004
• Worked on side jobs while going to school, doing construction: Building decks, remodeling, sheds and any other upgrades needed
• Landscaping: Build retainer walls, create and install ponds and installed irrigations systems Assistant Welding Engineer
Genie Industries
August 2000 to October 2003
• Developed and documented assembly manuals: Created fabrication and assembly manuals including graphs and detailed pictures for all Genie lift models. This resulted in a faster hands-on training for all new employees and reduced classroom time
• Quality Control VT/PT/MT
• Assist with welding, fabricating, machining, shipping as needed Vocational in Welding
Lake Washington Technical College - Kirkland, WA
July 2015
Welding
MIG
Fabrication
25 years in the manufacturing industry as a journeyman/Welder/Fitter. Welding Engineer/QC Engineer. Mechanical/Welding Planner Managed over 20 employees.
Advance knowledge/ experience in welding with a variety of metals, machining and hydraulics. Quality Control VT/PT/MT/RT.
Qualifying welders/ Control of welding materials
Proficient in Welding Codes for structural steel and process piping as well as nuclear requirements, AWS/ASME Codes. Precision measurement and blue print reading.
Proficient in lockout/tagout.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Customer service oriented.
Good at problem solving. Professional and responsible. Initiative and a can do attitude.
Possessed and maintained a nuclear clearance.
VPP STARRT card administrator.
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