Navy NEC · Engineering
N51Z Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Emergency Welder
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Emergency Welder performs emergency weld repairs on propulsion plant piping. The welder also repairs propulsion plant components during emergencies.
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
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Oracle Database
- EZ Pipe
- Fred's Tip Cartridge Picker
- IBM Notes
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Construction Management
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Welding Certification
- AWS Certified Welder
- ASNT NDT Level II
Career Growth
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- ASME Section IX Welder Qualification
- Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
- Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
- Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Related Occupations
- Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Engine and Other Machine Assemblers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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