23 Professional CT Field Engineering CSA

Bechtel Corporation; Orovada (NV); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off of 160 hours annually

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Civil/Concrete Field Engineer for the Thacker Pass project in Nevada. The role involves providing engineering specialization, ensuring compliance with project standards, and overseeing safety and quality control during construction activities.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering along with relevant experience and strong technical knowledge in concrete operations. Bechtel offers competitive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience, or 5-6 years of relevant work experience.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings and sketches.
• Inspect field work for compliance with design.
• Develop understanding of system and area scoping.

Skills

Technical knowledge of concrete operations

Construction activities knowledge

Heavy industrial construction experience

Knowledge of ES&H Handbook

Leadership in team environment

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Word processing applications

Spreadsheet applications

Database applications

Job description

Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location: Thacker Pass, NV

Salary Range: $72,000 - $109,800 annually

Project Overview

Thacker Pass is the largest known lithium resource in the United States. The mine and processing facilities will produce more lithium carbonate than any other facility in the United States, enough to power one million electric vehicles per year. As the EPCM contractor for Lithium Americas, Bechtel manages and integrates the efforts of a team of contractors, engineers, and builders, and procures about $1 billion in goods and services. Construction began in 2023 and design and procurement of long‑lead equipment is underway. The project is located in the high desert of north‑central Nevada, 25 miles from the Oregon border, one hour northwest of Winnemucca and three hours northeast of Reno. The facility will use excess process heat to generate electricity and recycle process water up to seven times, contributing to sustainability and energy transition goals.

Job Summary

In this role you will provide civil/concrete field engineering specialization, including work planning, material management, quantity verification, safety and quality control, technical inspection, testing, and subcontract coordination. Your recommendations will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to project standards and requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
• Facilitates planning of construction methods and procedures.
• Initiates requisitions for field purchases.
• Prepares quantity takeoffs for field‑purchased material and equipment.
• Inspects field work to ensure correct placement of rebar, embeds, and compliance with design.
• Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems.
• Implements and enforces zero‑accident philosophy and safety requirements for craft and others in operational areas.
• Seeks continuous learning opportunities and pursues appropriate development activities.
• Develops a firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings for package development.
• Reviews and approves inspection test plans.
• Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 1–2 years of relevant experience, or 5–6 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive technical knowledge of all concrete operation phases, including batch plant, cast‑in‑place, and precast field activities.
• Thorough knowledge of construction activities related to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
• Heavy industrial direct‑hire construction experience.
• Knowledge of the Project Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) Handbook and Bechtel core processes.
• Knowledge of project‑specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Bechtel’s Zero Accidents safety program.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team‑based environment.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications per Bechtel Standard Application Program.
• Effective communication skills for motivating team members and presenting plans clearly.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Total Rewards and Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage; optional disability and supplemental insurance; generous paid time off of 160 hours annually (accrued 6.16 hours per pay period); nine paid holidays; paid parental leave; discretionary bonuses; and a 401(k) plan with company matching and profit‑sharing.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation may email their request to [e-mail].