Talascend is currently seeking an Reactor Equipment Fabrication Manager for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.

Overview

The Reactor Enclosure System (RES) Fabrication Manager is responsible for leading a geographically diverse team focused on the design for fabrication, reactor fabrication oversight, and assembly of the reactor equipment supporting a major project. The role involves coordinating with multiple teams and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

Interface and coordinate a geographically diverse team to manage delivery of reactor equipment hardware.
Support development and delivery of integrated reactor equipment from design through construction and startup, emphasizing safety and reliability.
Demonstrate leadership in safety and quality standards.
Develop and coordinate the fabrication lifecycle, including design for fabrication, construction drawings, specifications, and testing plans.
Ensure approval of material and weld specifications and oversee reactor materials acquisition strategies.
Advise on fabrication and assembly schedules, integrating schedules across suppliers and project organizations.
Interface with systems during design and fabrication phases, including metrology and coordinate systems of major reactor components.
Oversee resolution of non-conformance reports and engineering changes.
Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory criteria such as ASME BPVC sections.
Interface with regulators, stakeholders, and customers regarding design, fabrication, and regulatory issues.
Coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to develop cohesive strategies and ensure proper hand-offs.
Review design work by subrecipients and subcontractors for quality and completeness.
Provide technical oversight of fabrication and construction activities to ensure successful component delivery.
Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university
8+ years of direct experience with large component fabrication and construction methods and processes, or an M.S. with equivalent experience
Experience working to quality standards such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
Experience with heavy mechanical/pressure vessel fabrication and oversight of suppliers and subcontractors
Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections VIII and/or III
Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
High integrity, openness in communication, and teamwork orientation