Rigging Field Engineer: Lifting Plans & Heavy Transport

Bechtel Global Corporation; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Rigging Field Engineer for a long-term Pecos, TX project. You will mobilize to the site on a camp assignment, prepare lift studies, and coordinate with field engineers and superintendents to ensure safe, compliant rigging work.

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 8–14 years of relevant experience. You will review subcontractor bids, develop lift plans, and train crew members, contributing to efficient, safe project execution.

Qualifications

• Extensive rigging planning and execution knowledge.
• Experience with lifting equipment, heavy transport, and load distribution.
• Understanding of safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Experience supervising personnel and coordinating subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares conceptual lift and transport studies.
• Provides technical input into transport and rigging strategies for crane and heavy lift requirements.
• Prepares specifications for bid packages and assesses subcontractor bids.
• Supports estimates; prepares lift data sheets and calculations.
• Reviews and approves medium/critical lifts and site transport plans with Bechtel CRE.
• May supervise lifting operations and coordinate schedules with Project Controls.
• Develops rigging training materials and conducts training courses.
• Monitors standard work processes; ensures compliance with rigging plans.
• Provides leadership to promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Rigging planning

Crane & heavy lift

Lifting equipment

Site coordination

Contract administration

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bechtel is seeking a Rigging Field Engineer for a long-term Pecos, TX project. You will mobilize to the site on a camp assignment, prepare lift studies, and coordinate with field engineers and superintendents to ensure safe, compliant rigging work.

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 8–14 years of relevant experience. You will review subcontractor bids, develop lift plans, and train crew members, contributing to efficient, safe project execution.