Field Engineer

CB&I; Orovada (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CB&I seeks an experienced site-based engineer to support field construction by interpreting drawings, coordinating with subs, and ensuring quality and safety on the job. You will provide engineering input, manage drawings, assist project managers, and help deliver projects on time and within budget while building strong client relations.

The role centers on regional home office collaboration, with travel to sites as needed, and requires coordination with construction, procurement, and start-up

Qualifications

• Professional degree in engineering or technical field is required.
• At least 3+ years in operations or construction.
• Experience of 3-8 years in related industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical expertise including interpreting drawings, surveying, layout, and documentation control.
• On smaller projects, may lead the on-site operations.
• Support project scheduling, planning, and coordination with the project team.
• Help establish detailed construction plans to optimize labor, materials, and equipment use.
• Resolve technical problems to deliver projects safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Foster and maintain customer relationships throughout the project.
• Support construction progress on site with supervision teams and field crews.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and lessons learned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Business partnering

Education

Professional Degree (Engineering or other Technical BS Required)

3+ Yrs. Operations / Construction

3-8 Yrs. - Company/Industry

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

Experienced operational professional, typically site based. Works under general supervision, performing well‑defined construction related engineering assignments involved with observation of work in progress, as compared to specifications and design requirements and assisting construction personnel with general technical details. May be expected to assist field superintendents and construction management in portions of larger, more complex activities. The role typically reports to the Project or Operations lead and routinely interacts with Construction leads.

Responsibilities

• Provide the project with engineering and technical expertise including interpreting engineering drawings, surveying and layout, maintaining and controlling drawings and engineering documents
• On smaller projects, this position may be the lead operations person on site
• Project Coordination - Support the project Superintendent, Project Engineer or Project Manager in the daily planning, scheduling and coordination of the job.
• Provide input to establish a detailed construction plan to provide for the efficient utilization of labor, materials and equipment.
• Project Engineering - Resolve technical problems and provide expertise to enable the project to be delivered safely, on time, and meeting all quality requirements
• Customer Relations - Foster, develop and nurture customer relationships
• Delivery of the various engineering, construction, purchasing, scheduling, and start‑up aspects of a project(s)
• Responsible for supporting construction progress on site including personnel, equipment, subcontractors, tools and supplies and provides technical and quality assistance to Construction Supervisors
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Programs, such as Lessons Learned and other programs which support achievement of quality and project goals
• Ensure that items are installed as per latest project specifications and drawings, meeting quality, cost and time constraints.
• Investigate and follow‑up on technical queries with the technical services groups
• Supports construction progress on site by provides technical and quality assistance to Construction Supervisors and Field crews
• Ensure work undertaken complies with scope and meets operational requirements. Obtain appropriate approvals of and documenting calculations, specifications, variations etc.

Qualifications

• 3-8 Yrs. - Company/Industry
• 3+ Yrs. Operations / Construction
• Professional Degree (Engineering or other Technical BS Required)

Organizational Structure and Location

• Organizational Level: N6+
• Reports to: Regional Operations or Project Management
• Work Location: Regional Home Office
• Temporary Project Office/Site Common Performance Metrics
• Contribute to project profitability by suggesting value engineering that can improve performance.
• Control all engineering documentation (including as-builts)

Skills and Behaviors

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Mentally agile and ability to multi‑task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment