2026 University Hire (U.S.) - Civil Field Engineer
About The Position
Since 1898, Bechtel has helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents. The company is differentiated by the quality of its people and its relentless drive to deliver successful outcomes. Bechtel serves the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Their services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. The Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team has signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas-fired power generation facilities in the U.S. to meet the demand for data centers fueled by AI and digitalization. This role is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Field Engineer - Civil to gain hands-on field engineering experience in a supportive construction environment on the combined cycle gas turbine Project Kilby in Pecos, Texas. The position is contingent upon project award and requires mobilization to the project on a long-term (camp) assignment in Pecos, TX.
Requirements
- Civil engineering degree with less than 1 year of experience.
- Basic knowledge of civil engineering, construction materials, installation sequence and interpretation of civil drawings.
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
- Enthusiastic approach to learning opportunities, including seeking and accepting feedback to enhance your own development and experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and willing to work with a diverse range of people.
- Constructive behaviours in line with Bechtel's vision and values.
- Motivation and commitment to complete the graduate program.
- Commitment to safety in the workplace.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the preparation of construction drawings, sketches, projections and schedules for workforce, material, and equipment requirements.
- Assists in planning construction methods and procedures.
- Initiates requisitions for field purchases.
- Assists in preparation of quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment.
- Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.
- 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.
- Proactively considers continuous learning or shows interest to pursue appropriate learning activities.
- Assists supporting construction engineers, discipline superintendents, foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents.
- Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.
- Builds system and area turnover packages both digitally and physically for turnover to startup and client.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- 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
- Well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
