Construction Field Engineer – Heavy Civil

Socket.dev; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with $0 premium option

Dental, vision, and HSA options

100% employer-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Flexible spending accounts

Pet insurance, legal, and identity‑the

Job summary

Shimmick is seeking a Construction Field Engineer to support field operations with engineering expertise and coordination with subcontractors, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.

The role requires a engineering degree and relevant field experience, with responsibilities spanning from daily reports to RFIs, submittals, and site safety programs. This is an on-site position in the United States with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Preferred qualifications include prior heavy civil construction experience

Responsibilities

• Displays knowledge and abilities to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet basic engineering and construction specifications.
• Independently performs walk-downs and inspections of installed commodities to assure conformance with specifications and design.
• Performs quantity surveys for tracking and reporting.
• Support daily field operations on heavy civil construction sites, including excavation, structural concrete, grading, and utility installation.
• Assist with interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and work plans for field crews.
• Prepare daily field reports, photo documentation, and work logs to support project tracking and billing.
• Assist with resolving field issues by working with superintendents, subcontractors, and design engineers.
• Participate in job site safety meetings, audits, and ensure PPE and safety protocols are being followed.
• Support preparation and tracking of RFIs, submittals, and minor change requests from the field.
• Use construction software and tools to report progress and support communication between field and office teams.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

2 years of relevant experience

Job description

Shimmick is seeking a Construction Field Engineer to support field operations with engineering expertise and coordination with subcontractors, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.

The role requires a engineering degree and relevant field experience, with responsibilities spanning from daily reports to RFIs, submittals, and site safety programs. This is an on-site position in the United States with competitive benefits.