Structural Field Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is constructing a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY, with a Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) focus. The field engineering team supports structural scopes, planning, and execution to ensure safe, design-conforming work.

You will coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, and crafts professionals to manage drawings, quantities, and material availability. The role emphasizes quality verification, NCR resolution, and integration with survey and engineering disciplines to meet project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) required.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of structural steel, fabrication, connections, and bolt/testing processes.
• Familiarity with IFC drawings, quantities, and progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supports development of Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and short interval planning.
• Prepares and reviews construction drawings, sketches, and field instructions.
• Coordinates with superintendents to ensure workface planning readiness.
• Verifies quantities installed and supports progress tracking systems.
• Ensures structural materials are available and aligned with construction needs.
• Interfaces with superintendents, crafts professionals, and subcontractors to coordinate requirements.
• Supports inspection and test planning and quality compliance.
• Monitors field activities to ensure IFC drawings and approved documents are used.
• Coordinates with survey, engineering, and other disciplines for proper installation.
• Identifies NCRs and supports corrective actions with engineering.

Skills

Structural steel

Bolt testing

Field coordination

IFC drawings

Quantity tracking

Quality reporting

NCR resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID: 299731

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family




• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project




• Work Location: Clay, NY




• Salary Range: 105,000 - 160,200 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Project Overview:

Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

Assigned to a Field Engineering organization supporting Structural scopes. Responsible for planning, coordination, and execution support of construction activities within assigned discipline and area. Supports superintendents, Craft Professionals, subcontractors, and other disciplines to ensure work is executed safely, in accordance with design, and quality. Performs general field engineering functions including work planning/work package development, material management, quantity tracking, quality verification, and technical coordination. #LI-ME1

Major Responsibilities:

• Supports development of Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and short interval planning.




• Prepares and reviews construction drawings, sketches, and field instructions.




• Coordinates with superintendents to ensure workface planning readiness and execution alignment.




• Verifies quantities installed and supports progress tracking systems.




• Ensures Structural materials are available and aligned with construction needs.




• Interfaces with Superintendents, Craft Professionals, and subcontractors to coordinate technical requirements and resolve field issues.




• Supports inspection and test planning, ensuring compliance with quality requirements.




• Monitors field activities to ensure IFC drawings and approved documents are used.




• Coordinates with survey, engineering, and other disciplines to ensure proper installation and layout.




• Identifies and resolves non-conformance reports (NCRs) and supports corrective actions as a liaison with engineering.




• Promotes and supports Zero Accident Philosophy and safe execution of all activities.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Required bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of structural steel, steel fabrication, connections, and bolt/tool testing processes to ensure work is buildable and compliant per specifications and drawings.




• Understands Structural technical standards, codes, and work sequences for large industrial projects.




• Skills to ensure IFC drawings, quantities, structural components, misc. steel materials, receipt inspections, and access are ready to support IWPs, superintendents, and project schedules.




• Skilled in quantity, quality, and progress reporting




• Understands Structural layout and installations, supports progress measurement, resolves NCRs, and prevents rework.




• Ability to coordinate with engineering, construction, survey, and other disciplines; escalates systemic risks or problems early and clearly.

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

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At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

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