Field Engineer

Job Title : Field Engineer

Job Description

The ideal candidate will work on construction sites and be responsible for monitoring construction activities associated with building industrial facilities. This hands-on role requires strong technical skills and often involves working closely with construction crews and resolving issues that arise during construction. This position is open to locations in the East Coast and Central Region of the USA and will require the incumbent to travel to the field to oversee the construction site.

Responsibilities

Experience with heavy civil sitework, grading construction, and soil compaction.

Review construction drawings and specifications, ensuring the contractor performs grading and compaction operations in conformance with the lines and grades shown on the drawings and according to the specifications.

Monitor installation of stormwater systems in accordance with construction drawings and specifications.

Experience with installations of erosion control devices.

Coordinate with contractors and home office engineers on the contractor's requests for information.

Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.

Minimum 4 years of Site Civil Engineering experience.

Engineer in Training Certification or Professional Engineer licensure preferred.

Experience with grading and Earthwork site design.

Experience with Roadway / Paving design & specifications.

Geotechnical knowledge (soil placement and compaction, sitework prep, roadway / heavy haul paving design).

Ability to travel and work from the construction site.

Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Construction management skills.

Experience in reviewing construction drawings and specifications.

Proficiency in coordinating with contractors and engineers.

Work Environment

Active construction site environment with a requirement to travel. A per diem allowance will be provided to cover travel expenses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, North Carolina and travels for projects.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $57.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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