Rail Field Engineer: Field Inspections & Construction

WSP in the U.S.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Construction Management team out of our Herndon, VA office. You will provide technical support to the project team, monitor construction activities for compliance, and conduct daily inspections of work in place.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field and 3–5 years of experience with Class 1 Rail projects or similar infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field or equivalent (minimum).
• 3–5 years of experience in construction of Class 1 Rail projects or similar infrastructure.
• Proven experience with concrete and steel structures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and repair procedures; guide maintenance crews.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Resident Engineer and field staff.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specs, standards and environmental permits.
• Conduct daily inspections of work in place (foundations, trackwork, pours, etc.).
• Assist in developing inspection and oversight strategies with program management and contractors.
• Maintain logs of work progress and knowledge of drawings and schedules.
• Interface with engineers on Field Design Changes, RFIs and non-conformance reports.
• Provide scheduling recommendations based on client work windows.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Resident Engineer.

Skills

Plan interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

WSP is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Construction Management team out of our Herndon, VA office. You will provide technical support to the project team, monitor construction activities for compliance, and conduct daily inspections of work in place.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field and 3–5 years of experience with Class 1 Rail projects or similar infrastructure.