Entry Level Field Engineer - Confidential Client
The Entry Level Field Engineer at Confidential Client supports complex underground and foundation construction projects through both field and office engineering tasks. Responsibilities include interpreting construction drawings, performing quantity takeoffs, assisting with safety and work plans, supporting estimating activities, and supervising subcontractor operations. This role offers extensive travel opportunities and requires a strong work ethic, critical thinking, and effective communication skills to contribute to large-scale infrastructure projects across North America.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Field Engineer based in San Antonio, TX. This full-time role combines field and office engineering duties supporting underground and deep foundations projects (transportation, water, power, mining, telecommunications). The role is ideal for recent graduates in civil, geotechnical, mechanical, mining engineering, or construction management who want hands-on site experience plus estimating and office support exposure.
What You’ll Do
Field Engineering
- Assist in interpreting drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
- Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and tracking percent complete for installed materials and work.
- Support preparation of work plans, work packages, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Assist with field surveying and layout (elevations, control points) and compile as-built data.
- Compile and verify daily labor timesheets and coordinate material deliveries.
- Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox talks, mass safety meetings, and safety training.
- Provide field support for underground tunneling and foundation operations and supervise subcontractor activities as assigned.
Office Engineering
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings and contract documents.
- Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations.
- Prepare data, submittals, transmittals, daily reports, photos, RFIs, and other project correspondence.
- Enter data into job cost systems and assist in reviewing cost reports.
- Support preparation of purchase orders, minor solicitations, and subcontract documentation.
- Assist in generating change orders and maintaining as-built records.
Estimating
- Assist in historical-data review, quantity takeoffs, and cost production for bids.
- Support Senior Estimators with plan/spec reviews, risk identification, and bid close-out tasks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, mechanical, mining engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
- Previous construction or mining experience preferred but not required.
- Strong desire to work in the underground construction / deep foundations industry.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Critical thinking, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel and relocate as projects require.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $82,000/yr - $88,000/yr (actual compensation varies by education, experience, skill set, and location).
- Comprehensive benefits for full-time staff including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, employee assistance and wellness programs, and generous paid time off.
Other Requirements & Working Conditions
- Regular, reliable attendance; ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality work.
- Able to follow oral and written instructions, safety policies, and equipment use guidelines.
- May be required to work overtime or weekends depending on project schedule.
- FIELD ROLES ONLY: work may occur in varied locations and conditions across North America.
Common Role Titles
- Office Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Field Engineer
- Engineer I
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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