Electrical Field Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A global engineering firm located in Brownsville, TX, is seeking a Project Field Engineer to provide expertise in work planning, material management, and quality control for the Rio Grande LNG project. The ideal candidate will bring extensive construction engineering knowledge and a commitment to safety standards. Responsibilities include preparing construction drawings, verifying quantities, and coordinating subcontractor inspections. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to conduct field inspections in high heat and humidity.
• Capable of using appropriate PPE for assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide field engineering specialization and expertise.
• Ensure safety and quality control of field engineering activities.
• Develop firm understanding of systems and area scoping for package development.

Skills

Technical knowledge of construction engineering

Knowledge of construction activities

Familiarity with Business Ethics

Knowledge of ES&H Handbook

Prior experience supervising subcontractors

Education

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Job description

Requisition ID: 290449

Relocation Authorized: National - Single
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Brownsville, TX

Overview

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers\' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview

Bechtel is partnering with NextDecade to support their vision to provide the world access to lower carbon intensive energy with their Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) project in Brownsville, Texas. RGLNG is a natural gas liquefaction and export terminal on a 984-acre site on the Brownsville ship channel. The first phase of the RGLNG project consists of three liquefaction trains, two storage tanks and one marine berth. At full capacity, the five-train facility will have a production capacity of 27 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). Brownsville is a diverse city with a rich history and culture, located in the southernmost region of Texas near the Rio Grande River and the Gulf of Mexico.

Job Summary

In this role, you will provide project field engineering specialization and expertise with work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and subcontract coordination. Your recommendations will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities

• Work Planning & Packaging
  • Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
  • Leads preparation of construction drawings and schedules and the design of temporary construction facilities and ensures preparation of "as built" drawings and other job plans.
• Material Management
  • Initiates requisitions for field purchases.
  • Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment.
• Quantities
  • Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.
• Safety / Quality Control
  • Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Technical
  • Proactively considers continuous learning or shows interest to pursue appropriate learning activities.
• System Turnover Coordinator
  • For Direct Hire – Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.
• STR / Subcontract Coordinator
  • Reviews and approves inspection test plans.
  • Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor\'s degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Technical knowledge of all phases of construction engineering relating to a single discipline interfacing with all areas, or in a multi-discipline position assigned to a single area.
• Thorough knowledge of construction activities as they relate to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
• Familiar with Bechtel\'s Business Ethics handbook and policies.
• Knowledge of the project Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) Handbook and Bechtel Core Processes as they relate to the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Bechtel\'s "Zero Accidents" safety program.
• Knowledge of the use of subcontracts; knowledge of the contractor/subcontractor\'s responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
• Prior experience supervising and administering subcontractors.

Additional Information

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule as required that may include but not limited to nightshift, or split shift. Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

Total Rewards/Benefits

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