Field Engineer -- Recent Graduates

Harder Mechanical Contractors • Portland, OR

42d • Onsite

About The Position

Harder Mechanical is seeking a Field Engineer, specifically targeting recent graduates, to join their team in Portland, Oregon. This role is within the Advanced Technology sector and offers an entry point into a project management career. The Field Engineer will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing project scopes, coordinating with field labor to ensure safety, schedule adherence, and quality standards. The company is a large mechanical contractor with a strong reputation for safety, schedule management, and quality projects, primarily operating in the western United States. They also work in commercial and industrial sectors. Harder Mechanical emphasizes professional development, industry-leading benefits, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects.

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam – intermediate skills in Excel
• Ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of people including suppliers, field crews, designers, and owners
• Self-starter, motivated and takes initiative
• Organized and productive
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
• Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
• Interest in LEAN construction principles
• Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries
• Must have valid driver license
• Mechanical aptitude

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship experience, preferably with a focus on construction or engineering

Responsibilities

• Learn, follow, and promote Harder’s safety policies and protocols
• Review construction drawings and compile project scope and quantities
• Resolve engineering issues and constraints through communication with design engineers, owner representatives, and fellow team members
• Monitor field construction and ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications
• Engage in work sequence planning
• Prepare and monitor work packages, including labor and cost estimates
• Track construction progress and update status weekly
• Organize project records in an effective document control system
• Estimate future work
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth

What This Job Offers

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