Field Engineer - St. George
The Field Engineer at Confidential Client supports UDOT transportation construction projects in Southern Utah by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards, and managing project documentation. This entry-level role offers hands-on field experience, collaboration with contractors and stakeholders, and opportunities for professional growth within a 100% employee-owned company.
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Role details
Confidential Client (Engineering) is seeking a Field Engineer to support UDOT transportation projects serving Southern Utah. This is an entry-level to early-career opportunity for candidates who want hands-on field experience on highway and infrastructure projects.
- Location: Santa Clara, UT (remote-friendly / TELECOMMUTE with regular travel to job sites)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Estimated compensation: $130,077 per year (estimated)
- Worksite expectations: Frequent fieldwork, local travel across Southern Utah (may include overnight stays), occasional nights/weekends
- Physical requirements: Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs; work on uneven terrain and active construction sites
What You’ll Do
- Assist with construction oversight for UDOT transportation projects
- Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety requirements
- Review RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, and other project documentation
- Conduct field inspections, collect site data, and perform construction verification
- Support materials documentation and quality assurance activities
- Maintain project records and prepare technical reports
- Collaborate with internal teams and UDOT representatives
- Uphold Confidential Client quality, risk management, and safety standards
What You’ll Need to Qualify
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and actively pursuing a Professional Engineering license
- Strong understanding of construction safety standards and best practices
- UDOT CEMT certification or ability to obtain it within ~3 months (company support available)
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and driving-record checks
- Comfortable traveling locally to job sites and working remotely as needed
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and PDF tools
- Ability to perform physical tasks frequently required on construction sites (stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, etc.)
What Will Help You Stand Out
- Prior experience as a UDOT Field Engineer or working in UDOT Regions 3 and/or 4
- 2+ years of highway/DOT construction experience
- Familiarity with UDOT standards, specifications, and construction processes
- Experience with contract administration (RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, claims documentation)
- Experience with Bluebeam and/or Masterworks
- Materials testing and quality-assurance experience
- Strong contractor oversight and stakeholder communication skills
Why Join Confidential Client
- Employee ownership mindset and strong culture of accountability (per the original role description)
- Clear opportunities for growth and hands-on project responsibility
- Work-life balance and flexibility for field/remote work
- Typical full-time benefits include PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) — actual benefits depend on hiring status and will be confirmed by the employer
Additional information
- Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass background and driving-record checks.
- Confidential Client may consider visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis.
- This posting follows standard non-discriminatory hiring practices and complies with applicable US employment laws for the state of Utah.
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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