Field Engineer

Spicer Group Inc.; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Sick and vacation days

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Spicer Group in Michigan is seeking an experienced field engineer to support construction administration and inspection on public and private infrastructure projects. This on-site role observes work, interprets plans, and documents daily activities, communicating field conditions to the Project Manager and Construction Manager.

The Field Engineer works independently on complex projects, collaborates in meetings, and coordinates with clients and contractors as a liaison while maintaining safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Ability to possess and maintain required region-based certifications.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Observes work in progress to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards.
• Interprets specifications related to materials and workmanship.
• Participates and provides input during project meetings.
• Prepares sketches of constructions installations and incorporates changes into master plans.
• Maintains daily inspection report of construction activities.
• Serves as liaison between client, contractor, and project manager.
• Oversees and directs other construction services technicians as needed.
• Ensures safety and quality per company standards.

Skills

Field inspection

Communication

Project liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

FIELD ENGINEER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES POSITION SUMMARY

Spicer Group is seeking an experienced construction Field Engineer to support construction administration and inspection services on a variety of public and private infrastructure projects. This position serves as a key on-site representative, observing work in progress to verify conformance with plans and specifications; interpreting requirements related to materials and workmanship; documenting daily inspection activities; and communicating field conditions, issues, and progress to the Project Manager and Construction Manager. The Field Engineer works independently on projects with complex features, collaborates in project meetings, coordinates with clients and contractors as a liaison, and prepares sketches and record information to incorporate field changes into master plans while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and company standards.

THE COMPANY

Spicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. With offices in Michigan, Ohio, and Georgia, Spicer Group continues to expand its geographic footprint. We are committed to providing our teams with technical support throughout these offices to continually build upon our success year after year. Spicer Group is committed to maintaining its tightly held private ownership, with no interest in selling to larger AEC firms. This commitment provides significant ownership opportunities for high performers and people that uphold our core values and build successful teams. Spicer Group was given the prestigious Firm of the Year Award for 2025, recognized by ACEC.

Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values.

Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to: Competitive Pay Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options 401(k)-match program Paid Holidays Sick and Vacation Days Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Excellent Working Conditions Work-Life Balance Fitness Reimbursement

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observes work in progress to ensure conformance with specifications
• Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards
• Interprets specifications related to materials and workmanship
• Participates and provides input during project meetings
• Prepares sketches of construction installations that deviate from plans and incorporates changes into master plans
• Maintains daily inspection report of construction inspection activities
• Fully qualified representative capable of performing with little supervision
• Typically assigned to work independently on a project with complex features
• Reports periodically to the project manager and construction manager
• May oversee and provide direction to other construction services technicians
• Serves as liaison between client, contractor, and project manager
• Knowledge of company standards, plans, and specifications
• Applies appropriate procedures for resolving construction issues
• Responsible for keeping equipment and vehicle in good working condition, and reports any problems or repairs needed in a timely manner
• Maintains current status with all learning management system (LMS) training as related to safety
• Physical presence is an essential function of this job.

The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a reasonable assignment to the position.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related engineering field
• Ability to possess and maintain required industry certifications based on region
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Construction inspection experience, preferable in the areas of municipal, utility, and transportation infrastructure

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

We appreciate your interest in Spicer Group! Your skills and work history will help with evaluating your qualifications for the position(s) that interest you. Spicer Group is an equal opportunity, at-will employer, and shall consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, gender, genetic information, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, or any other legally-protected characteristic. Please contact [e-mail] if you would like to explore or request a reasonable accommodation.