Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
N51Z
Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Emergency Welder
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Emergency Welders perform urgent weld repairs on propulsion plant piping and components. They inspect damaged areas, select suitable welding methods and materials, execute repairs under strict quality controls, and restore pressure boundary integrity in confined spaces.
Core Skills
- emergency welding
- pipe repair
- pressure boundary restoration
- welding process selection
- confined space work
- weld inspection
- material identification
- radiological work controls
- technical repair documentation
Common Certifications
- AWS Certified Welder
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- ASME Section IX Welder Qualification
- NCCER Welding Certification
- OSHA 30 Construction
- Nondestructive Testing Level II
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Welding Certification
- AWS Certified Welder
- OSHA 10 Construction
- Nondestructive Testing Level II
Career Growth
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- ASME Section IX Welder Qualification
- AWS Certified Welding Engineer
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.