Field Engineer
Actalent
Job Title: Field Engineer
Job Description
The Field Engineer will work on-site at natural gas compressor station projects. These industrial plants ensure the natural gas remains pressurized as it travels through a pipeline by using compressor stations where gas is compressed either by a turbine, motor, or engine. The role involves working across all disciplines on-site, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and piping work.
Responsibilities
+ Maintain and promote a strong safety culture
+ Assist the Project Manager in managing smaller projects
+ Understand terms, conditions, and scope of the contract
+ Track materials, production, and project costs for Project Manager review and approval
+ Assist in facilitating subcontractor activities
+ Maintain project schedule
+ Perform basic estimating, take-offs, and solicitation of quotes
+ Provide onsite administrative support
+ Assist with quality assurance/quality control and test protocols
Essential Skills
+ 3+ years of experience as a Field Engineer or similar role in Heavy Industrial or Power Plant projects
+ Experience working for the Owner, EPC, or GC on these projects
+ Experience overseeing subcontractors within Electrical and Mechanical disciplines (heavily preferred), civil, and process piping
+ Strong communication skills
+ Experience reading prints and using project management software
+ Ability to be away from home on a project site for weeks at a time (rotating home every 4-6 weeks)
+ Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in construction management, industrial, mechanical, electrical, and power plant projects
+ Knowledge of turbines and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems
+ Strong hands-on training program available
+ Opportunity to move into a Project Manager role after 5+ years
Work Environment
The work environment involves working on-site at natural gas compressor stations, with projects located primarily in Ohio. The projects are multi-year in duration, with typical work hours being 6 days a week, 10 hours a day. The company has a strong training program and new engineers will be partnered with Project Managers. Benefits include a per diem rate for travel, bonus eligibility, vacation and holiday time, a truck allowance, cell phone allowance, provided equipment, and a 401k match. The team typically consists of 2-3 Project Engineers per site, with additional support from CM/Quality/Safety personnel and occasional site visits from the Project Manager.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $67.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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