Structural Field Engineer

Bechtel Corporation•New Albany, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Structural Field Engineer reports to the Area Field Engineer and provides technical assistance, direction, and support to field supervision for construction and installation of structural steel, precast concrete, and miscellaneous steel, including stairs, platforms, and grating. The role supports work packaging, material control, inspections, quality documentation, and quantity reporting for structural work in the pre-assembly yard and the field, ensuring work is performed safely and in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and Standard Work Process Procedures. The position is part of Bechtel’s project to design and build Phase 1 of the Ohio One semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. The project covers 2.5 million square feet, including 600,000 square feet of cleanrooms.

Requirements

University hire with 1–2 years of experience, or 5–6 years of relevant work experience.
Well versed in structural steel erection and the AISC Steel Construction Manual and standards.
Ability to read and interpret structural design drawings, shop and erection drawings, and specifications.
Effective communication skills and experience motivating team members, solving open-ended problems, and presenting plans clearly and concisely.
Intermediate to advanced skills with the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and Bechtel’s Zero Accidents safety program.
Ability to perform field inspections involving extensive walking at a construction site in extreme heat and cold; climbing ladders; working on elevated platforms and scaffolds; crawling and crouching; traversing uneven surfaces; and working in small or confined spaces for extended periods.
Ability to lift 25-pound objects, walk into and out of the project site, and use the required task-specific PPE, including a body harness and lanyards.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes, including Standard Work Process Procedures such as 4MP-T81-03221, Structural Steel Erection; previous Bechtel experience is preferred.
Experience managing technical services subcontracts is desirable.
Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications such as ACONEX and TEAMWorks, and with Steel Slayer.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and resolve issues related to structural execution in the pre-assembly yard and field.
Assist the Advanced Work Packaging team with developing installation work packages.
Perform field material take-offs from design drawings, prepare field material requisitions, and monitor purchase orders and deliveries.
Assist the Lead Structural Field Engineer in developing inspection and test plans.
Perform and document structural inspections, including steel erection, bolted connections, anchor bolts, grouting, and precast installation, according to applicable procedures.
Review quality documentation for content and accuracy against approved inspection and test plans.
Interpret design requirements and ensure installation methods and finished work comply with drawings, specifications, standards, and codes.
Troubleshoot technical and constructability issues with design engineers or fabricators; document field changes, RFIs, and nonconformances through formal approval processes.
Participate in quality assurance reviews and help resolve findings related to civil and structural activities.
Review supervision’s short- and long-term schedules, verify alignment with material delivery schedules and project milestones, and monitor progress against schedule.
Support superintendents in establishing manpower, tool, equipment, and material requirements; verify reported progress and enter installed quantities into Steel Slayer.
Lead final area walkdowns, punchlisting, close-out, and turnover of structural systems; assist with developing and reviewing as-built documentation.
Complete assigned training requirements.