Field Project Engineer: Power Plant Mechanical Installations

ESPO Corporation; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health and Dental Insurance

401k plan

Job summary

ESPO Corporation is seeking a Field Project Engineer in Clarksburg, WV for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on mechanical installation for power plant or large industrial projects, bridging engineering design and construction execution.

The candidate will support mechanical systems installation, coordinate between home-base and on-site teams, and ensure safe, compliant field work. Prior combined cycle or heavy industrial project experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in field engineering, industrial construction, or power generation.
• Experience in power generation, energy, or industrial projects.
• Experience in combined cycle power plants preferred.
• Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, and GA drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (piping, rotating equipment, HVAC).
• Familiarity with civil/structural interfaces and electrical interfaces.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support field construction activities focusing on mechanical installation and execution.
• Coordinate daily work between home base engineering, on-site engineering, and construction teams.
• Interface with mechanical, civil, structural, and electrical teams for proper integration.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Ensure field installations comply with project standards, codes, and safety requirements.
• Provide technical support to construction teams and resolve field issues.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and work front coordination.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, construction concerns, and field conflicts.
• Interface with QA/QC and support inspection and documentation efforts.
• Track field changes, RFIs, and as-built documentation.
• Monitor progress and report status to project leadership.
• Promote and enforce site safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Field engineering

Power generation experience

Combined cycle familiarity

P&ID interpretation

Isometric drawings

General Arrangement Drawings

Piping systems knowledge

Rotating equipment knowledge

Civil/structural interfaces

Electrical interfaces

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/engineering drawings review

Job description

ESPO Corporation is seeking a Field Project Engineer in Clarksburg, WV for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on mechanical installation for power plant or large industrial projects, bridging engineering design and construction execution.

The candidate will support mechanical systems installation, coordinate between home-base and on-site teams, and ensure safe, compliant field work. Prior combined cycle or heavy industrial project experience is highly valued.