Lead Field Project Engineer

ne; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) match

Medical with HSA

Dental coverage

Short-term disability

Vision & fitness reimbursement

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

Nooter/Eriksen Inc. is seeking a Lead Field Project Engineer to lead project activity coordination among internal teams, suppliers, and the customer’s field construction team during field erection and commissioning.

The role is based in Fenton, MO and will be hybrid depending on business needs. The position emphasizes meeting boiler and steel construction standards, leading technical discussions, and ensuring successful project execution with 5+ years of engineering experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering/technical role or project execution
• On-site construction/erection experience
• BS degree in engineering or equivalent
• Willingness to travel up to 20%
• Ability to read, write, problem solve and communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of project activities with internal teams, suppliers, and customer field teams.
• Provide technical support from delivery through warranty period; liaise with Field Technical Adviser.
• Make cost and schedule decisions in the field and manage risks.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and coordinate with project team disciplines.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project coordination

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Team leadership

Education

BS in Engineering

4-year engineering degree

Tools

SQL/VBA

Job description

Would you like to be a part of a company that is employee owned? Consider joining a talented team of engineering professionals at Nooter/Eriksen Inc. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, construction and supply of equipment and solutions in the power industry worldwide.

Nooter/Eriksen is seeking a Lead Field Project Engineer to join our Project Engineering Team. This role is part of a team that is responsible for taking the lead on the coordination of the project activities, both internally, with Suppliers, and externally, with the Customer's field construction team, during the field erection/commissioning period. This position is located in Fenton, MO. The expectation is that this will be a hybrid position depending on business needs.

Make an Impact!

There's never been a more exciting time to join the energy infrastructure industry, especially an employee-owned OEM with profit-based incentive opportunities! This role offers the opportunity to directly impact the efficiency and reliability of modern power generation systems. As Lead Field Project Engineer, you will be at the forefront of optimizing combined cycle plant performance and shaping the future of energy technology.

About Nooter/Eriksen:

Nooter/Eriksen is an employee-owned company with headquarters in Fenton, MO and Milan, Italy.

• We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half-days on Fridays, year-round!
• We provide a full benefits package.
• Our 401(K) provides an employer match and an annual non-elective contribution.
• We provide medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA.
• Dental and Short-Term disability is 100% covered by the company.
• We also offer vision and fitness reimbursement.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their career, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

As a Lead Field Project Engineer you will report directly to Field PE Manager, provide customer/erector technical support from delivery through end of Warranty Period, referring to the Project Manager only as needed for major issues and for commercial discussions with the Customer. You will be in constant contact with NE Field Technical Adviser (FTA) at jobsite, as well as customer's erection contractor to resolve technical and logistics field issues as they arise, coordinating timely responses with support as needed from the suppliers and appropriate project team disciplines. You will make decisions on cost and schedule with respect to correcting issues in the field and maintain customer relationships through quality support while minimizing costs and risk to Nooter/Eriksen.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years of experience in an engineering/technical role or project execution role in a related field, including on-site construction/erection experience.
  • General Knowledge of applicable boiler and steel construction codes (ASME/ASTM/AISC/Etc.)
  • Skill in review/understanding of Contract Specifications
  • Proficient Critical Thinking Skills - Strong ability to discern technical queries and defer as needed; Understand cost & schedule impacts and act accordingly
  • Strong ability to lead and coordinate with internal/subcontract/detail resources for urgent support
  • Proficient review and understanding of supplier drawing and technical documents
  • Experience as technical lead and point of contact for customer/erector and supply base
• BS Degree in Engineering, or suitable 4-yr degree
• SQL/VBA database training/experience preferred
• Strong ability to multi-task proficiently and properly maintain priorities

• Ability to read, write, problem solve, make quick decisions, interpret data and analyze results; effective written and verbal communication is essential.

Domestic and international travel up to 20% required for this role.

Nooter/Eriksen is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.