Coatings, Insulation, Fireproofing (CIF) Field Engineer

Bechtel Corporation • New Albany, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coatings, Insulation, and Fireproofing (CIF) Field Engineer serves as the responsible field engineering representative for protective coatings, painting, thermal and acoustic insulation, and passive fire protection scopes on a semiconductor manufacturing plant project in New Albany, Ohio. Reporting to the Lead CSA Field Engineer, the role coordinates with structural, piping, mechanical, and quality teams and CIF subcontractors to plan, sequence, and verify installation work. The position ensures CIF work is performed safely and in accordance with project specifications, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes and listings, and Standard Work Process Procedures. Work must also be sequenced to support pressure testing, inspections, system turnover, and the construction schedule.

The engineer reviews and tracks technical submittals; verifies surface preparation, application conditions, coating quality, and insulation and fireproofing installation; coordinates inspections and resolution of deficiencies; and supports field changes, quantity tracking, punch lists, completion documentation, and turnover. The role also monitors subcontractor compliance with approved documents, quality requirements, and project safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architecture, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (or international equivalent) and 5–8 years of relevant field construction experience, including coatings, insulation, or fireproofing work; alternatively, 9–12 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of industrial coating systems, surface preparation standards (SSPC/AMPP), and coating inspection practices, including dry film thickness measurement.
• Knowledge of thermal and acoustic insulation materials, jacketing, and installation practices for piping, equipment, and ductwork.
• Knowledge of passive fire protection, including spray-applied and intumescent fireproofing, firestopping, UL fire-rated assemblies, and applicable building and fire codes.
• Ability to read and interpret structural, piping, and mechanical drawings, specifications, and manufacturer installation requirements.
• Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes, including Standard Work Process Procedures and Bechtel Core Processes related to the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Project Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) Handbook and Bechtel's Zero Accidents safety program.
• Experience coordinating and monitoring subcontractors.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Nice To Haves

• NACE/AMPP coating inspector certification.
• Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs), including ACONEX, TEAMWorks, Bechtel Productivity System, PTR, eSub, and other automation tools used on Bechtel projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the field engineering point of contact for coatings, painting, insulation, and fireproofing scopes, including subcontractor coordination and technical support to superintendents and craft.
• Review drawings, specifications, insulation and coating schedules, fireproofing drawings, and UL/listed design assemblies to ensure field installation meets engineering and code requirements.
• Plan and sequence CIF work with structural steel erection, piping installation, pressure testing, heat tracing, and other disciplines to avoid rework and ensure required tests and inspections are complete before coatings or insulation are applied.
• Review and track subcontractor submittals, including product data, coating and application procedures, applicator qualifications, and material certifications.
• Verify surface preparation, environmental conditions, coating application, dry film thickness, and touch-up and repair of shop and field coatings.
• Verify installation of thermal, cold-service, personnel protection, and acoustic insulation and jacketing, including vapor barriers and weatherproofing details.
• Verify application of spray-applied and intumescent fireproofing and firestopping, including thickness, density, and coverage, in accordance with approved fire-rated assemblies.
• Coordinate with Quality Control, third-party inspectors, and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for required inspections, and resolve nonconformances and deficiencies.
• Coordinate field changes, RFIs, technical queries, and material substitutions with engineering.
• Perform quantity take-offs and track installed quantities, progress, and forecasts for CIF scopes; provide input to project controls.
• Monitor subcontractor work activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and project safety standards, including hazardous material, ventilation, and hot work controls.
• Support punch list development, completion documentation, and turnover of CIF scopes.
• Complete assigned training requirements.

Benefits

• Bechtel states that it offers robust benefits to support employees, including programs to enhance its culture and time to recharge; specific benefit offerings are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level