Field Engineer

Colliers Engineering & Design; Rosamond (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO & Holidays

401(k) match

FSA/HSA

EAP

Career development

Job summary

Ramos CS, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, seeks a Field Engineer to support the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center project in Kern County, California. The role is on-site full-time, performing daily inspections, documentation, and QA/QC support across four turbine trains, thermal storage systems, and interconnection infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 4–7 years in geotechnical/inspection/land development, a Civil Engineering degree, and preferably a PE/EIT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 4–7 years of geotechnical/inspection/land development experience.
• Ability to be on-site 100% of the time.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, plans and specs.
• English reading/writing proficiency.
• PE license or EIT preferred.
• Experience on heavy industrial/energy/utility-scale projects.
• Cal OSHA 30-hour Construction training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field inspections of construction activities, verifying conformance with plans, specifications, and project quality standards.
• Perform or oversee geotechnical field testing, including soil compaction and earthwork verification.
• Document field conditions, discrepancies, and construction progress through daily reports.
• Support land development activities including grading, drainage, and site utility oversight.
• Coordinate with contractors and engineering staff to resolve field issues and respond to RFIs.
• Maintain field records, photos, and inspection logs.
• Promote a Safety First approach on site.
• Support QA/QC processes for materials and installed work.

Skills

Geotechnical work

Site inspection

Land development

Construction docs

Field coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management background

Job description

Overview

Ramos CS, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is an engineering, program, and construction management firm providing quality transit, transportation, and infrastructure consulting services on public projects across the Western United States. We focus our solutions on mobility-related projects that serve the needs of our communities within the municipal, transit, transportation, airport, and port sectors.

With a staff of diversified, licensed professionals, our philosophy stems from the idea that successful project execution starts with people.

We are seeking a Field Engineer to support construction of the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center (WRESC), a nominal 520-megawatt (MW) gross (500 MW net) advanced compressed air energy storage (A-CAES) facility in Kern County, California, approximately 4 miles north of Rosamond. Ramos CS is providing field engineering support across the site's four power turbine trains, thermal storage systems, and interconnection infrastructure. The Field Engineer will be on-site fulltime, supporting daily construction activities, inspections, and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field inspections of construction activities, verifying conformance with plans, specifications, and project quality standards.
• Perform or oversee geotechnical field testing, including soil compaction, materials testing, and earthwork verification.
• Document field conditions, discrepancies, and construction progress through daily reports.
• Support land development activities including grading, drainage, and site utility installation oversight.
• Coordinate with contractors and engineering staff to resolve field issues and support RFI responses.
• Maintain accurate field records, photographs, and inspection logs in accordance with project requirements.
• Promote a Safety First approach on all site activities.
• Support QA/QC processes for materials and installed work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• 4 to 7 years of experience in geotechnical, inspection, and/or land development work.
• Ability to be on-site in the field 100% of the time.
• Strong working knowledge of construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT status - not required, but preferred.
• Experience on heavy industrial, energy, or utility-scale construction projects.
• Cal OSHA 30-hour Construction training.

Compensation: $94,000 to $135,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
• Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.