Field Engineer - Intern

Orion • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Engineer Intern participates in Orion’s project management, estimating, and professional training program. The role provides college-level experience in project management and professional careers, including preparing bid packages, estimating costs, selecting suppliers, procuring materials and services, reading plans and contract specifications, scheduling work, interfacing with project personnel, and supporting project completion and closeout.

The intern rotates between field and office assignments. At jobsites, the intern learns how marine construction work is performed, supports the project team, learns how craft positions coordinate, and assists the Project Engineer or Field Engineer. In the office, the intern supports the Project Management group with proposals, estimating, procurement, scheduling, plans and specifications, and project-team coordination. The position is onsite in Houston and is expected to uphold Orion’s values of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in and have completed at least one year of a Civil Engineering, Construction Science/Construction Management, or related curriculum leading to a B.S. degree at an accredited college or university.
• Be able to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business.
• Be an effective communicator and able to interact well with employees at all organizational levels.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Be able to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Be able to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies and evacuate the work area in a timely manner.
• Be able to move around jobsites, including getting on and off work barges, boats, vessels, and dock facilities.
• Be able to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, or sit for extended periods.
• Be able to climb vertical ladders to heights of 40–50 feet and work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds as required.
• Be able to adapt to extreme temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure.
• Be qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to work locations and jobsites.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in Project Management & Administration, Marine Construction Materials, Procurement, Estimating, Scheduling, Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Engineering & Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance.
• Prior work experience in the marine construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Work at assigned Orion jobsites to learn how marine construction projects are performed.
• Support the project team in completing ongoing or new field projects.
• Learn the responsibilities of different craft positions and how they coordinate project work.
• Work with and assist the Project Engineer or Field Engineer with field-supervision tasks.
• Assist the Project Management group with ongoing or new projects.
• Assist in developing bid proposals for marine construction and services projects.
• Estimate project costs, including materials, services, labor, and other associated costs.
• Procure materials and services from suppliers as project needs require.
• Read project plans and specifications and schedule work activities to meet project timelines.
• Communicate with project team members, suppliers, customers, and others involved in project work.
• Learn to work effectively as part of a project team.
• Help ensure team members have a safe work environment and understand safe work practices and policies.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of coworkers and others encountered at work.
• Stop work when an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures, and promptly report violations.
• Perform other assigned administrative and technical duties, including certification training, safety training, and procedure review.
• Maintain the confidentiality of company confidential, proprietary, and trade secret information.

What This Job Offers

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