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(FE) Field Engineer II

Confidential Client•Real Estate & Construction
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$60,000
Claude, Oregon
8 Days Ago

The Field Engineer II at Confidential Client is an entry-level, full-time, field-based role supporting electrical construction projects for mission-critical data centers. The position involves providing technical engineering support, assisting with design and construction coordination, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards under senior supervision. This role offers growth potential in electrical engineering and project management within a dynamic construction environment requiring strong communication and multitasking skills.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, mission-critical infrastructure and data center construction.

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Position Summary

Confidential Client is seeking a Field Engineer II to support electrical construction on mission-critical data center projects. This is a hands-on, field-based engineering role based in Claude, OR, with initial training and subsequent assignments that require frequent travel and on-site presence. The role reports to the Engineering Team Lead/Manager and supports both engineering and project teams.


Location & Travel

  • Based in Claude, OR (authoritative job location).
  • Initial training ~2 months in Abilene (training location per client).
  • After training, assignment will transition to Childress or Amarillo (client sites).
  • Role is effectively 100% travel/site-based; candidates must be comfortable working on active construction projects.
  • Candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Listed salary/data shown: 5000 per month (as listed in source).
  • Client provides an additional taxable per diem of $5,000/month for Childress and for other applicable sites (per client posting).
  • Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and relocation assistance (per client posting).
  • Exact compensation details (base pay vs. per diem) will be clarified during the recruiting process.

What You’ll Do

  • Support engineering and project-management teams on active electrical construction projects at data center sites.
  • Provide technical engineering support, consultation, and design assistance under senior engineering supervision.
  • Review, comment on, and process equipment and system submittals and RFIs.
  • Assist senior engineers with field observations, design interpretations, and design updates during construction.
  • Help resolve drawing interpretation problems, coordination issues, and design conflicts.
  • Coordinate electrical scope with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, low-voltage/communications, and other trades.
  • Assist in developing and reviewing power-system designs, lighting designs, auxiliary-system designs, and single-line diagrams.
  • Support equipment procurement, project specifications, and buyout activities.
  • Participate in project meetings and communicate technical information to project stakeholders.

Target Profile & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Sciences, or related engineering discipline preferred.
  • A combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
  • Candidates a few years out of school or with internship/co-op experience are preferred.
  • Experience assisting Project Managers, Estimators, engineering teams, or Designers is a plus.
  • Must be proactive, ambitious, and eager to learn.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment and managing multiple priorities.
  • Professional ability to interact with engineers, designers, contractors, architects, and stakeholders.

Technical Background & Required Skills

  • Strong electrical foundation with exposure to:
    • Low-voltage systems
    • Medium-voltage systems
    • Power distribution systems
    • Lighting systems
    • Auxiliary electrical systems
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Familiarity with electrical design concepts, construction workflows, and engineering standards.
  • General understanding of electrical codes and energy-efficiency requirements.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated team player who can manage tasks under supervisory direction.
  • Willingness to learn engineering-analysis tools and construction software.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

  • AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam
  • Prolog, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
  • SKM, ETAP, lighting-calculation tools
  • Exposure to short-circuit studies, arc-flash analysis, and protective-device coordination
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (major plus)

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

  • Work is primarily on active data center construction sites (indoor and outdoor).
  • Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, climb stairs/ladder, and navigate uneven terrain.
  • Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Able to drive between job sites and access raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
  • Tolerate outdoor weather, dust, noise, vibrations, and odors.
  • PPE required (hard hat, safety vest, hearing protection, steel-toe boots).
  • Visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities when feasible and safe.

What Success Looks Like

  • Rapidly learns engineering-analysis tools and electrical construction practices.
  • Demonstrates strong cross-discipline coordination and problem-solving on site.
  • Effectively translates engineering design intent into field execution while balancing schedule and budget.
  • Shows initiative, accountability, teamwork, and desire to grow into larger engineering or project-management roles.

Additional Notes

  • This is a field-first engineering entry-level role with significant growth potential.
  • Employer listed in the original posting has been replaced with "Confidential Client" for this listing.
  • Applicants may be asked for proof of eligibility to operate a motor vehicle where required for the role.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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