Civil Field Engineer

Hatch Ltd.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch seeks a Civil Field Engineer in Bakersfield, CA, to join a high-performing team delivering complex infrastructure projects. You will operate at the intersection of design, field execution, and client collaboration, guiding projects from concept through construction.

Ideal candidates bring a Civil Engineering degree, 5+ years of field experience, CAD proficiency, and a track record of coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in site clearing, grubbing, grading and site establishment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering codes/standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and execution of facilities such as service roads, yard piping, and drainage and supporting infrastructure.
• Translate engineering concepts into buildable designs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Partner with Project Managers to drive project delivery—on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Analyze site data (survey reports, maps, geotechnical inputs) to inform design decisions and mitigate risk.
• Perform process calculations (flows, loadings, system performance) critical to system design.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for internal teams, clients, and field personnel.
• Oversee and coordinate subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure alignment across engineering disciplines.
• Support field inspections, QA/QC programs, and construction activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Contribute to proposals and help win exciting new projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

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Civil Field Engineer

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Location: Bakersfield, CA, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:101662

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Bakersfield,CA,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in‑class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is seeking a Civil Field Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering complex industrial infrastructure projects. As a Civil Field Engineer, you’ll play a critical role working at the intersection of design, field execution, and client collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and contribute to the design and execution of facilities such as service roads, yard piping, and drainage and supporting infrastructure
• Translate engineering concepts into buildable designs, specifications, and construction documents
• Partner with Project Managers to drive project delivery—on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Analyze site data (survey reports, maps, geotechnical inputs) to inform design decisions and mitigate risk
• Perform process calculations (flows, loadings, system performance) critical to system design
• Serve as a technical point of contact for internal teams, clients, and field personnel
• Oversee and coordinate subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams
• Conduct design reviews and ensure alignment across engineering disciplines
• Support field inspections, QA/QC programs, and construction activities
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
• Contribute to proposals and help win exciting new projects

What Sets You Apart

• You’re energized by seeing your designs come to life in the field
• You thrive in environments where you can own outcomes and solve complex problems
• You bring a balance of technical expertise and practical field insight
• You’re a collaborator and mentor, elevating those around you

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in site clearing, grubbing, grading and site establishment
• Strong knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and QA/QC practices
• Proficiency with CAD tools
• Ability to interface with clients, crews, and internal teams
• Experience mentoring or junior engineers
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.