Field Coordinator

Schnackel Engineers Inc; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnackel Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Field Survey Engineer to document conditions for architectural projects across multiple sites in the USA. The role supports plumbing, mechanical, and electrical design work and requires hands-on measurement and reporting.

You will coordinate with clients and design teams, travel three to four days per week, and document survey results with accuracy while learning applicable codes. Strong communication and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently with direction as needed.
• Experience in field survey tasks with MEP/FP teams.

Responsibilities

• Document existing conditions for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems.
• Learn and apply relevant building codes to projects.
• Document, describe, and measure items above ceilings and rooftops.
• Coordinate with client and design teams to ensure a fully coordinated interdisciplinary design.

Skills

Good communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in Architectural/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe PDF

Microsoft Suite

Job description

About this position

Location: Los Angeles, California and New York, NY

We are seeking a Field Survey Engineer to gather information allowing the design team to develop plumbing, mechanical, and electrical plans and specifications for architectural projects in the USA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document existing conditions of an area and construction object for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection.
• Learn the building codes that apply to the project.
• Ability to document, describe, and measure items above the ceiling and on the rooftops.
• Coordinating with the client, the MEP/FP/IT design team, and other engineers to ensure the design is consistent with the client’s vision, to identify and resolve areas of conflict, to ensure a fully coordinated interdisciplinary design, and to ensure the design schedule is maintained.
• Capable of climbing a ladder and operating a scissor lift.
• Travel three to four days a week to various sites in the USA.
• Submit field reports within two-three days after the survey.
• Organize and submit travel expense receipts on time.
• Provide mentoring and guidance for colleagues.

What We Are Looking For:

• Willingness to travel three to four days a week to various job sites.
• Capable of climbing a ladder and operating a scissor lift.
• In possession of an associate degree in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• 1-2 or more years of field survey experience with an MEP/FP engineering consulting company
• Ability to travel in the USA and sometimes in Canada.
• Valid U.S. Passport.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe PDF, and Microsoft Suite.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and multitask.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently upon receiving necessary direction and information.

Why Join Schnackel Engineers, Inc.?

• Be a part of a mid-sized company that values quality, efficiency, and clear communication.
• Work on diverse projects across North America, offering a varied professional experience.