Field Engineer

Terracon; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Detroit, MI is seeking an entry-level Field Engineer or Field Architect to join our Building Enclosure team. This role blends field and office work across multiple markets, offering meaningful project experience and mentorship.

Ideal candidates are new graduates with interest in building science, strong writing and communication skills, and willingness to travel regionally within the Eastern Midwest. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture; new grads encouraged to apply.
• Interest in building science or building enclosure systems.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations, observations and inspections.
• Support engineering analysis, calculations and recommendations.
• Assist with technical reports preparation and review.
• Review construction documents for plan compliance.
• Help develop proposals, cost estimates and budgets.
• Research and resolve design and construction challenges.
• Review field or lab data and communicate concepts clearly.

Skills

Field investigations

Engineering analysis

Technical writing

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture

Job description

General Responsibilities

Field Engineer or Field Architect – Building Enclosure (Entry Level)

Detroit, MI | Facilities Service Line | Terracon

Are you looking to launch your engineering career with hands-on field experience and meaningful project work? Terracon's Facilities Service Line is growing, and we're looking for a motivated Field Engineer or Architect to join our Building Enclosure team in Detroit.

This is a great opportunity for new graduates or early-career professionals who want to build technical skills, work alongside industry experts, and support a wide variety of client projects. Experience in building enclosures or building science is helpful — but not required. We're ready to train the right person.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Engineer/Architect, you'll support consulting, testing, and diagnostic services for building enclosure systems across multiple markets. Your work will include a blend of field and office responsibilities, such as:

• Conducting field investigations, observations, and inspections
• Assisting with engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations
• Supporting the preparation and review of technical reports
• Reviewing construction documents for compliance with plans and specifications
• Helping develop project proposals, cost estimates, and tracking project budgets
• Researching and resolving design and construction challenges
• Reviewing and evaluating field or lab data
• Communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

You’ll work on projects across sectors including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities.

Why Terracon?

Hands-on experience with meaningful responsibility
Strong mentorship from established building enclosure professionals
Exposure to a wide variety of building types and project scopes
Career growth opportunities within a national engineering team
Collaborative, people‑first culture

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture (or a related field) — new grads encouraged to apply
• Interest in building science or building enclosure systems
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and willingness to learn
• Comfort with both field and office work
• Ability to travel regionally within the Eastern Midwest (OH, KY, IN, WV, MI, Western PA)
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.