Field Project Engineer – Navy Dry Dock Modernization

Moffatt & Nichol; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol is seeking an Onsite Project Engineer to support a major US Navy Dry Dock 3 modernization at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA. The mid-level field engineer will work on-site five days a week, providing design post-construction administration and technical solutions.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering, PE license, 5+ years of field or design experience, and readiness to commence in December 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related. Concentration in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of structural/civil engineering design or construction experience
• Professional Engineer license required
• Availability to commence employment in December 2026
• Experience with reviewing and understanding detailed construction plans
• Field responsibilities will be 5 days per week (Portsmouth, VA) and hours are planned to be 7 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday; however, hours and days may vary due to construction requirements, weather, or daylight. Willingness to work from Moffatt & Nichol’s Norfolk, VA office on non-field days is preferred
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Valid driver's license in good standing; a company vehicle will be provided
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Possess DBIDS card or eligibility to successfully pass background check to secure Department of Defense DBIDS card and an unescorted NAVSEA Badge or other security clearances as required by the client
• Due to client parameters, selected candidate must show (post offer) proof of U.S. citizenship and clear results of a thorough background check that may include but is not limited to credit and criminal history
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Responsibilities

• Serve as a field project engineer working 5 days per week on site mainly in Portsmouth, VA to provide design post construction administration services
• Assist the designer of record (DOR) in providing technical solutions to unforeseen conditions and aid in communication between the DOR and other stakeholders
• Attend coordination meetings, safety meetings, and other meetings, serving on behalf of the DOR
• Visit construction sites to monitor progress and perform Quality Assurance (QA) to ensure project is constructed per the plans and specifications. Notifies both NAVFAC and DOR of any quality issues requiring resolution
• Assist in reviewing submittals and request for information; tracks progress and coordinates with stakeholders for timely completion
• Provide a digital field consultation report of each visit
• Perform other related engineering duties as needed

Skills

On-site field engineering

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol is seeking an Onsite Project Engineer to support a major US Navy Dry Dock 3 modernization at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA. The mid-level field engineer will work on-site five days a week, providing design post-construction administration and technical solutions.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering, PE license, 5+ years of field or design experience, and readiness to commence in December 2026.