Area Field Engineer (Aeros)

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is seeking an Area Field Engineer to manage field engineering operations at work sites. This role involves overseeing safety, quality, and field engineering activities across multiple disciplines, while coordinating with a team for effective project delivery. The position requires significant experience in engineering and a commitment to safety standards.

Located in Reston, VA, the Area Field Engineer will shift to Cheyenne, WY for the long-term project execution. Bechtel is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and offers extensive career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years without a degree.
• Minimum five years field engineering experience in at least one discipline.
• At least two years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multidisciplinary activities in the assigned section.
• Oversee field engineering within the designated area.
• Ensure safety and quality in all engineering activities.

Skills

Knowledge of direct hire construction

Experience with North American Building Trades

Experience installing packaged turbines

Field engineering experience

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Requisition ID: 292628
Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Cheyenne, WY, Various Work Locations USA

Bechtel has helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries since 1898, improving infrastructure, energy access, and global resiliency. We serve Infrastructure, Nuclear, Security & Environmental, Energy, Mining & Metals, and Manufacturing & Technology markets, providing services from planning and investment through operations.

Project Overview

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization fuels demand for data centers requiring reliable energy sources. In response, the Renewables & Clean Power team signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas‑fired power generation facilities in the U.S. This project is large and complex, progressing toward full EPC delivery this year. The Area Field Engineer will support preconstruction planning from the Reston office, then relocate to Cheyenne, Wyoming for long‑term field assignment, contingent on project award.

Job Summary

In this role, the Area Field Engineer manages a team and provides 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 subcontracting. The operator ensures field engineering activities run safely, are complete, and meet quality and project requirements.

The Area Field Engineer supervises all field engineering activities for all commodities within the assigned area and reports daily to the Area Manager (Aeros) and ultimately to the Project Field Engineer.

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct multidisciplinary activities related to the operation of the assigned section.
• Oversee field engineering activities within the designated area.
• Engage with teams through CPM, competency development/assessment, and feedback.
• Direct requisitions for field‑procured materials, substitutions, services, and equipment.
• Handle quantity take‑off, control, reporting, and forecasting.
• Implement the zero accident philosophy, ensuring all craft and tools are safe.
• Coordinate construction and startup for system walkdowns; interface with startup specialists; assume turnover coordination as required.
• Review and approve inspection test plans; supervise subcontractor submittals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or another relevant technical discipline from an accredited university and a minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience, OR 12–14 years of relevant experience in absence of a degree.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of direct hire construction.
• Experience with North American Building Trades (Union) direct hire trades preferred.
• Experience installing packaged turbines (e.g., Aeroderivatives or Light Duty Industrial CTGs).
• Experience in more than one discipline (Civil, Piping, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) is preferable.
• Proficiency in Bechtel Standard Work Process Procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction activities related to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of subcontract use and contractor/subcontractor responsibilities.
• Extensive background in managing staff, maintaining client relationships, and developing talent.
• Commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and a Zero Accident safety program.
• Familiarity with current industry quality standards.
• Effective communication skills essential for motivating team members and presenting plans clearly.
• Knowledge of cost management, estimating, and forecast development.
• Minimum five years field engineering experience in at least one discipline and at least two years supervisory experience.

Total Rewards/Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to support career advancement, culture, and well‑being. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

Diverse Teams Build the Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel embraces diverse nationalities, cultures, and experiences, fostering trust and innovation. We are committed to a workplace where each colleague feels they belong, is respected, rewarded, and supported in pursuing their goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 [e-mail].