Foster Wheeler are currently recruiting for a Materials Technology Engineer on an Permanent basis at our head office in Reading.

Requirements for the role include the following:

Experience in the Process Plant industry, particularly LNG, Oil and Gas, refining, Petrochemical.

Experience of FEED and EPC phases of Projects.

Experience of vendor and sub-contractor surveillance through document review and surveillance visits.

Knowledge of International Codes applicable to Process Plant fabrication (ASMEIX, ASME VIII, ASME B31.3).

Knowledge and experience of weld inspection techniques, including radiography and advanced UT.

Knowledge of the metallurgy of stainless steels (particularly for cryogenic applications), 9%Ni steel, low alloy Cr-Mo steels.

Familiarity with ASME/ASTM Material Specifications and associated test requirements.

The work will include:

Preparation of Project standards and specifications in the fields of welding, NDE, materials and corrosion control.

Material selection and specification.

Review of bids for fabricated equipment for compliance to Project materials and welding requirements.

Review of Vendor and sub-contractor QC plans, welding and NDE procedures.

Vendor visits as required to resolve materials/fabrication issues.