Field Engineer

Clark Construction Group • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing critical technical functions, managing engineering projects, testing equipment, handling repairs, and conducting thorough site inspections. This role bridges the gap between technical theory and practical application, requiring you to engage directly with clients, ensure regulatory compliance, conduct feasibility studies, and solve complex problems on-site.

Requirements

• Read and interpret complex Structural, Architectural, and Shop Drawings. Coordinate across multiple drawing sets to identify and resolve potential conflicts.
• Provide accurate layouts from drawings without supervision, including footings, columns, and building lines. Establish vertical dimensions from designated finished floor elevations.
• Proficient in the use of scales and able to apply temperature corrections accurately when chaining.
• Skilled in utilizing Data Collection software and possesses a foundational knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Complete mastery of all skills and knowledge required at the Apprentice level.
• Strong command of practical mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Capable of calculating deflection angles and solving curve equations.
• Proficient in computing both rectangular and polar coordinates.
• Self-Motivated & Results-Oriented
• Adaptable & Resilient
• Accountable & Ethical
• Innovative & Analytical
• Collaborative Team Player with strong relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

• Establish project Horizontal Control, verify the accuracy of consultant-provided control, create working control points, and continuously maintain horizontal alignment.
• Establish project Vertical Control, verify consultant-provided control accuracy, establish working benchmarks, and continuously maintain vertical data.
• Conduct fine grading operations, level decks, and grade columns independently. Establish secondary benchmarks, horizontal/vertical control, offsets, and column lines.
• Manage the care, maintenance, and operation of Total Station Instruments. Visually inspect equipment for damage, check optical plummets, calibrate instrument collimation, and set temperature and pressure corrections.
• Handle the care and maintenance of Auto Level Equipment. Execute and adjust three-wire level loops, compute tangent grades, plot cross-sections, determine earthwork requirements, and interpret contour maps.
• Compute concrete quantities required for daily pours, slabs, and columns.
• Accurately track and compute concrete volume and delivery during active pours.

What This Job Offers

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