Entry-Level Field Engineer — $5k Sign-On & Growth Path

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a Field Engineer to begin a career in civil infrastructure, focusing on buried water systems and rehabilitation projects. You will work with experienced engineers on field investigations, data collection, and construction support to extend the life of critical pipelines.

This early-career role emphasizes field exposure, condition assessment, CFRP repairs, and collaboration with contractors to ensure long-term performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Civil Engineering required or preferred.
• Engineer-in-training (EIT) registration or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• 0-2 years of professional experience; field or lab internship is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for formal reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and inspections of water infrastructure.
• Observe contractor work for compliance with drawings and specs.
• Provide construction-phase support and document field conditions.
• Assist with submittals review, inspections coordination, and issue resolution.
• Support senior engineers with engineering calculations, drawings, and post-repair activities.

Skills

EIT registration

Willingness to travel

Strong communication

Driver's license

Confined spaces safety

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Civil Engineering

Job description

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a Field Engineer to begin a career in civil infrastructure, focusing on buried water systems and rehabilitation projects. You will work with experienced engineers on field investigations, data collection, and construction support to extend the life of critical pipelines.

This early-career role emphasizes field exposure, condition assessment, CFRP repairs, and collaboration with contractors to ensure long-term performance and reliability.