Field Engineer

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on electricity provided by Quanta Services and its customers. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries worldwide. Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. We are seeking motivated and technically capable Field Engineers to support electrical substation construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and a foundational understanding of high-voltage construction operations. This is a full-time, site-based role performed in rotational shifts, requiring strong engagement with field leadership, project management processes, and a genuine commitment to safety. The Field Engineer serves as a technical resource on site and as the direct link between construction crews and the broader engineering team.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant field experience in the construction of high-voltage electrical infrastructure.
• Basic working knowledge of transmission, substation, or civil engineering design principles, construction drawings, and QC processes.
• Ability to work with and interpret engineering documents, specifications, and project deliverables in a field construction environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with project teams, clients, and regulatory entities.
• OSHA 10 certification required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts and extended schedules in a field environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to or willingness to learn Procore or similar project management software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• EIT (Engineer in Training) designation a plus, not required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license not required.

Responsibilities

• Champion site safety by participating in daily pre-task planning, toolbox talks, and Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP) compliance; immediately escalate observed hazards to field leadership.
• Work on site full time in rotational shifts to support continuous construction operations across all project phases.
• Act as a technical liaison on site, offering guidance to project leadership, construction crews, and subcontractors under direction of the Lead Field Engineer.
• Ensure project adherence to engineering and design specifications, industry standards, and construction regulations.
• Support the resolution of construction issues, deviations from plans, and unforeseen challenges; escalate to Lead Field Engineer as needed.
• Coordinate with home office engineering teams for issue resolution when required.
• Review and process submittents, RFIs, and field documentation using Procore or equivalent project management software.
• Maintain accurate field markups, daily reports, and project documentation.
• Support pre-energization checklists and commissioning walkthroughs under direction of the Lead Field Engineer.
• Support plan review and approval processes with local and state authorities, as required.
• Report status of open technical issues to Lead Field Engineer.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Per diem and travel support for site-based assignments.
• Professional development opportunities and pathways toward senior leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed