Field Engineer

Wilson Construction Co.•Sonoma, CA

18d•$35 - $45•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Field Engineer to support the execution of major utility construction projects supporting PG&E programs. This position operates at the intersection of field operations and project management, playing a critical role in maintaining organization, communication, and operational efficiency across multiple active projects. This is a 100% remote position with heavy field interaction, meaning the successful candidate must be comfortable operating independently, coordinating closely with field crews, and supporting project execution from both a remote environment and in-person jobsite visits when necessary. The Field Engineer will serve as a key operational support role to General Foremen, field supervisors, and project management, ensuring work is organized, documented, and executed efficiently. This role is ideal for individuals who are organized, detail-oriented, self-sufficient, and eager to grow within the utility construction industry.

Requirements

1–4 years of experience in utility construction, civil construction, or electrical infrastructure projects.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office platforms.
Familiarity with construction scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling software.
Strong organizational and documentation management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Excellent communication and coordination skills when working with both field personnel and management teams.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting PG&E programs or similar utility clients is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, organize, and distribute construction job packages, field binders, and project documentation to ensure crews have complete and accurate work information.
Work directly with General Foremen and field supervision to develop, submit, and track Contractor Work Checklists (CWC’s) for outages, clearances, and system access.
Support daily field operations by coordinating communication between field crews, project management, subcontractors, and PG&E representatives.
Assist with job readiness reviews to confirm projects are properly staged before crews mobilize.
Maintain accurate data entry within company tracking systems, including scheduling dates, outage information, subcontractor assignments, and cost adders.
Coordinate subcontractor scheduling and field logistics to prevent operational delays.
Work closely with field supervision to maintain accurate production tracking for both civil and electrical scopes.
Provide ongoing updates within the Electronic Production Tool (EPT) to track installed units and daily production quantities.
Coordinate and manage USA 811 dig ticket requests, including tracking expiration dates and renewing tickets as necessary.
Coordinate inspections with PG&E inspectors and internal QA/QC personnel.
Schedule wire inspectors and other required inspection resources when applicable.
Support compliance documentation required for PG&E programs and utility construction standards.
Coordinate material releases and ordering to ensure field crews have required materials prior to mobilization.
Assist with tracking and staging materials required for upcoming work.
Work with project management to monitor material usage and availability.
Compile documentation required for project billing and invoicing support.
Assist in maintaining organized project files and records.
Prepare project closeout documentation packages for internal review and submission to the client.
Ensure field documentation, production reports, and completed unit tracking remain accurate and current.