Engineering Assistant/Field Engineer (San Diego '25-'26)

Turner Construction Company

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading construction firm is hiring an Entry-level Engineering Assistant/Field Engineer in San Diego. In this role, you will support engineering and administration of projects with a focus on collaboration and communication. A strong educational background in Engineering or related field is preferred, along with a desire to learn and develop skills within a team environment.

Qualifications

  • Two years of college education in Engineering or related field.
  • Prior experience in building construction or engineering is preferred.
  • Basic understanding of scheduling software.
  • Demonstrate initiative and eagerness to learn.
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Proficient with computer applications and Microsoft Office.
  • Basic understanding of scheduling programs is desired.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in obtaining approvals for shop drawings and product data.
  • Manage communication for Requests for Information (RFI’s).
  • Prepare estimates for changes in work and review Change Order requests.
  • Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination.
  • Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic logs, and project records.
  • Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
  • Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication to meet schedule.
  • Assist in preparation of final project records including close-out documents and OM manuals.
  • Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft applications
Initiative and willingness to learn

Education

Associates Degree in Engineering or Construction

Tools

Scheduling programs

Job description

Overview

Engineering Assistant/Field Engineer (San Diego '25-'26) — Turner Construction Company

Location: San Diego, CA 92101 USA

Division: San Diego

Education: Associates Degree

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Entry

Compensation: Salaried Non-Exempt

Reports to: Project Engineer or Engineer

Position Description: Involved in engineering and administration of projects, in the Special Projects Division (SPD) or in other Business Unit departments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Assist in obtaining and reviewing information and approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data, and samples and assist in communication of information across all levels of project team.
  • Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission and responses for Requests for Information (RFI’s).
  • Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors.
  • Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
  • Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, and project logs.
  • Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
  • Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet construction schedule.
  • Assist in preparation of final records for project including close-out documents, Operations/Maintenance (OM) Manuals, and other related documentation.
  • Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education
  • Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
  • Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
  • Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
  • Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
  • Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
  • Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Employment details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries: Construction

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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