Project Field Engineer

Requisition ID: 282391 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Single 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Various Bechtel Project Locations 

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the semiconductor (manufacturing facilities and supply chain); electric vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production); synthetic materials; and data center markets.

M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will manage a team and provide field engineering leadership for work planning and packaging, material management, quantity validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of system turnover and subcontracts. Your oversight will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements.  #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

• On the most complex jobs (first of a kind), performs the duties of the Project Field Engineer, responsible for coordination of all activities related to the area of responsibility and interfacing with all other operating sections of the jobsite. 

Leadership/Supervision:

• Proactively engages with their teams’ development through CPM, competency development/assessment and feedback 
• Develops and recommends the construction engineering staffing plan for approval by the Site Manager (or appropriate level of Project Management) and prepares employee requisitions.  
• Directs construction engineering activities of the assigned construction engineering staff, ensuring compliance with procedures.  
• Establishes a design/field engineering working relationship and lines of communication with the Project Engineer including agreement on engineering deliverables. 
• Approves staffing requisitions as delegated by the Site Manager. 

Work Planning & Packaging:

• Directs the design of temporary construction facilities as required. 

Material Management:  

• Directs the preparation of requisitions for field procured materials, material substitution, services, and equipment. 

Quantities:

• Possesses responsibility for quantity take-off, control, reporting and forecasting.  

Safety / Quality Control:

• Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 18+ years of relevant experience or 22+ years of relevant work experience​.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Multi-Discipline Oversight & Coordination:

Manages and aligns the efforts of various discipline field engineers (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, electrical), ensuring consistency in technical standards and seamless integration across the project.

Design Interpretation & Field Support:

Reviews and clarifies engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation, assisting the field teams in understanding design intent and resolving technical questions during construction.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

Implements rigorous QA/QC protocols, verifying that materials, installations, and on-site conditions meet design requirements, applicable codes, and project-specific standards.

Technical Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution:

Identifies and investigates field engineering challenges—such as design conflicts or unforeseen conditions—and coordinates with design teams, subcontractors, and superintendents to develop timely solutions.

Documentation & Change Management:

Maintains accurate records of field changes, test results, and non-conformances. Communicates updates promptly to relevant stakeholders, ensuring project documentation remains current and consistent.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:

• Engages with project management, superintendents, and discipline teams to enhance processes, share lessons learned, and foster an environment that promotes high-quality engineering and construction practices.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com