Civil & Structural Field Engineer – Automotive Plant

K; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

K&K is seeking an experienced ACS Field Engineer to support civil and structural construction projects within a large automotive manufacturing facility in San Antonio, TX. This is a hands-on, field-focused engineering position responsible for supporting civil and structural installations, contractor coordination, field inspections, design reviews, commissioning, and construction administration.

The ideal candidate has a solid architectural, civil, or structural engineering background with

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant engineering/construction experience.
• 5+ years architectural, civil, and/or structural design experience.
• 2+ years construction management experience.
• Experience developing design criteria for architectural, civil, and structural systems.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Strong understanding of civil and structural construction methods.
• Experience coordinating contractors and construction activities in the field.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Candidates should have experience supporting automotive or similar industrial manufacturing facilities, preferably involving vehicle manufacturing, engine manufacturing, transmission manufacturing, powertrain facilities, high-volume industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate architectural, civil, and structural construction installations.
• Support foundations, structural steel erection, building systems, and related construction activities.
• Conduct continuous field inspections and monitor construction progress.
• Inspect civil and structural building systems for compliance with project specifications, quality requirements, and applicable codes.
• Oversee civil and structural contractors to ensure adherence to project requirements, schedules, and milestone targets.
• Identify field issues and coordinate solutions with contractors, engineering teams, and project management.
• Review architectural, civil, and structural engineering drawings and specifications.
• Review contractor-generated RFIs and provide technical input.
• Review product and equipment submittals and shop drawings.
• Support development and improvement of project technical specifications and engineering standards.
• Provide subject matter expertise related to civil, structural, and architectural systems.

Job description

K&K is seeking an experienced ACS Field Engineer to support civil and structural construction projects within a large automotive manufacturing facility in San Antonio, TX. This is a hands-on, field-focused engineering position responsible for supporting civil and structural installations, contractor coordination, field inspections, design reviews, commissioning, and construction administration.

The ideal candidate has a solid architectural, civil, or structural engineering background with