Field Engineer, Electric Grid Construction & Projects

PG&E; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E is seeking a Field Engineer (General Construction) to support field and office activities across the electric distribution and transmission projects in California.

The role requires performing pre-construction evaluations, coordinating with utilities, SAP tracking, scheduling, and project reviews. Travel 50–75% within PG&E service territory may be required. Starting wage is $53.71 per hour, locality-based.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management or 2 years of experience with supplemental education / EIT.
• Valid California Driver's License or the ability to obtain one by first day of employment
• Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc)

Responsibilities

• Recommend and approve changes in construction drawings or specifications.
• Solve simple and complex engineering problems.
• Layout construction plans.
• May be required to perform duties as an assistant supervisor when size of project requires.
• Direct the activities of employees or crews on job assignments requiring construction engineering expertise.
• Audit work under construction for current construction standards, rules, and regulations.
• Develop Project timelines and milestones; perform scheduling and forecasting.
• Support construction supervisor and foreman by providing technical and engineering expertise in the construction of the project.
• Inspects and monitors the work of contractors to assure compliance with specifications and plans.
• Supervises foreman, other field engineers, field engineering technicians, senior field engineering technicians and other similar field personnel.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Math skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

EIT certificate or supplemental education

Tools

SAP

Hand drafting

Job description

PG&E is seeking a Field Engineer (General Construction) to support field and office activities across the electric distribution and transmission projects in California.

The role requires performing pre-construction evaluations, coordinating with utilities, SAP tracking, scheduling, and project reviews. Travel 50–75% within PG&E service territory may be required. Starting wage is $53.71 per hour, locality-based.