Field Engineer (Foundation Services)

Maine Drilling & Blasting; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Matched 401(k)

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is looking for a Foundation Services Field Engineer to support operations across New England. The ideal candidate will assist with project management and field documentation, providing hands-on experience in construction tasks.

Key qualifications include a B.S. Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and strong analytical and communication skills. The role involves frequent travel throughout the region. Benefits include a matched 401(k), health, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in teams.
• Strong computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support operations during the preconstruction and construction process.
• Monitor job progress and review field documentation.
• Assist Project Manager with monthly progress submissions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

About Us

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome. In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we also have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. If advancement is what you’re looking for, we offer that also. Our learning and development opportunities are industry leading, and the formula for our success is centered on promotion from within.

About The Opportunity

Foundation Services Field Engineer

Location: On-site in either Auburn, NH or Gardiner, ME with travel as required throughout New England.

Do you have an interest in the construction industry? Do you want to learn about deep foundation drilling, slope stabilization, and work on design-build projects? If you answered YES to these questions, then we want to meet you! Must be able to perform job specific instruction provided by Engineering Supervisor and Superintendents. Individuals must be safety‑minded, hold a high level of common sense, and be able to work well outdoors in varying weather environments.

That Means That You Will Be Expected To

Support operations during the preconstruction & construction process. This position will involve coordination with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foreman. Frequent site visits will be required to ensure work meets project plans & specifications.

Essential Duties

• Will participate in the MDB safety culture by following all company safety policies and practices.
• Monitor job progress including review of all field documentation for correctness and completeness.
• Assist Project Manager with preparing monthly progress submittal for submission to customer for billing and tracking purposes.
• Spend time on job sites learning the basics of operations including hands‑on experience performing load tests on rock anchors, soil nails, tiebacks, and micropiles.
• Review and process load test data in a timely fashion for submission to customer.
• Assist operations in monitoring scopes of work, recognizing scope changes, and creation of change order documents.
• Prepare and submit preconstruction submittals.
• Prepare grab & go prior to project kickoff.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or direct industry equivalent experience.
• Must have good communications skills with both internal and external customers.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record as defined by the company insurance carrier and access to reliable transportation.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong technical communications skills (reading and writing).
• Organized with strong sense of priority, urgency and commitment to deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• The ability to multi‑task.
• Excellent interpersonal and people skills.

Job Requirements

• Frequent travel throughout our operating region (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York & New Jersey). Travel may require overnights.
• Commitment to work the hours required to meet the needs of our field operations.
• Working as a team player.
• Effectively maintaining multiple priorities.

Check out this webpage to learn more about the Foundation Services Group:
https://www.mdandb.com/foundation-services-group