Field Engineer

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Rosamond (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Provided Healthcare

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan with company 50

FSA/HSA options

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking a Field Engineer to support the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center project in Kern County, CA. The on-site, full-time role requires 4–7 years of geotechnical, inspection, or land development experience and a strong ability to read plans.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, with PE license or EIT preferred. Cal OSHA 30 training and energy/industrial project experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 4–7 years of geotechnical, inspection, or land development experience.
• On-site 100% of the time.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction documents and plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field inspections of construction activities and verify conformance with plans and quality standards.
• Perform or oversee geotechnical field testing and earthwork verification.
• Document field conditions and progress through daily reports.
• Support land development activities including grading, drainage, and site utility oversight.
• Coordinate with contractors and engineers to resolve field issues and respond to RFIs.
• Maintain field records, photos, and inspection logs; promote safety on site.

Skills

Geotechnical field testing

Construction inspections

Field documentation

Safety focus

QA/QC support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is actively hiring 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.