Lead Field Engineer - Night Shift

Bechtel Global Corporation; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust employee benefits

Career advancement programs

Culture enhancement initiatives

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is seeking an experienced field engineer in Brownsville, Texas. In this role, you will manage a team to provide engineering leadership for construction projects, focusing on safety and quality control. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or more. This position offers the chance to work on large-scale industrial projects in a dynamic environment with Bechtel’s emphasis on zero accidents and robust employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 10-13 years of relevant experience, or 14-17 years without a degree.
• Experience in construction management in heavy industrial/commercial settings.
• Ability to conduct physical inspections under varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team and provide field engineering leadership.
• Coordinate various engineering disciplines and supervise construction.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control.
• Conduct inspections and validate quantities for materials.

Skills

Technical knowledge of engineering discipline

Construction engineering experience

Leadership in a team-based environment

Knowledge of ES&H Handbook

Familiarity with Bechtel's Business Ethics

Supervising subcontractors

Computer literacy in word processing

Knowledge of subcontractor responsibilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Requisition Information

Requisition ID: 287297

Relocation Authorized: National - Single

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location: Brownsville, TX

Project Overview

Bechtel is partnering with NextDecade to support their vision to provide the world access to lower carbon intensive energy with their Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) project in Brownsville, Texas. RGLNG is a natural gas liquefaction and export terminal situated on a 984-acre site on the banks of the Brownsville ship channel. The first phase of the RGLNG project consists of three liquefaction trains, two storage tanks and one marine berth. At full capacity, the five-train facility will have a production capacity of 27 million tonnes per annum (MTPA).

Job Summary

In this role, you will manage a team and provide field engineering leadership for work planning and packaging, material management, quantity validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of system turnover and subcontracts. Your oversight will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• On a medium sized job, performs the duties of a lead engineer in either an area, coordinating and directing a variety of disciplines, or as a Deputy Project Field Engineer, coordinating all activities related to the operation of assigned operating section
• Proactively engages with their teams' development through CPM, competency development/assessment and feedback
• Supervises a broad range of construction engineering work within a specific engineering discipline.
• Coordinates with design on constructability issues.
• Material Management
• Directs the preparation of requisitions for field procured materials, material substitution, services, and equipment.
• Possesses responsibility for quantity take-off, control, reporting and forecasting.
• Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Possesses responsibility for coordinating between construction and startup to ensure the various system walkdowns are performed, interfacing with the startup specialist as required to support component/system turnover and assuming responsibility (as required) for area turnover coordination as determined by the PFE.
• Reviews and approves inspection test plans
• Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Technical knowledge of a specialized engineering discipline, cost, scheduling and/or contracts administration relating to the construction of heavy industrial or commercial complexes.
• Work experience as a construction engineer, engineer or assistant superintendent leading to an understanding of the technical knowledge described above.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the application and requirements of the Project Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) Handbook and the Bechtel Core Processes as they relate to area of responsibility.
• Familiar with Bechtel's Business Ethics handbook and policies.
• Prior experience supervising and administering subcontractors. Knowledge of Bechtel's "Zero Accidents" safety program.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications in accordance with current Bechtel Standard Application Program (BSAP) standards.
• Knowledge of the use of subcontracts; knowledge of the contractor/ subcontractor's responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.

Additional Information

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule as required that may include but not limited to nightshift or split shift.

Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

EEO Statement

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].