Lead Field Engineer

About the role

As a Lead Field Engineer you will convert approved engineering designs into controlled field execution, overseeing work planning, material management and quantity verification across project sites. You will ensure technical standards are met on the ground while supporting safety, quality and configuration control.

Key responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, work packages and vendor submittals to identify conflicts and constructability risks.
• Conduct field walkdowns, develop packages, verify quantities, manage material takeoffs and coordinate lift/access planning.
• Prepare and track RFIs, field change requests, design‑change inputs and ensure approved changes are incorporated before work proceeds.
• Verify materials and components against approved requirements, including traceability and preservation.
• Coordinate inspection and test readiness with QC, QA, laboratories, special inspectors and vendors.
• Monitor installation for conformance, initiate NCR/CAR controls and support test package development and execution.
• Maintain configuration and as‑built records and compile turnover documentation.
• Champion zero‑incident safety culture and stop or escalate unsafe conditions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, construction or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• At least 8 years of field engineering, project coordination or construction engineering experience in large process, power, industrial, DOE or nuclear environments.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret multidisciplinary drawings, specifications, codes and change processes.
• Working knowledge of ASME NQA‑1, DOE O 414.1D graded approach and related quality and non‑conformance controls.
• Valid driver’s license, U.S. citizenship and ability to pass background and drug screening.

Required skills

• ASME NQA‑1 compliance
• DOE O 414.1D graded approach
• Configuration control and non‑conformance management
• Inspection coordination (QC/QA, NDE, special inspectors)
• Pressure testing, flushing/cleaning, coating/holiday testing
• Material verification and traceability

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) match
• Career development plan for continued growth