Field Engineer

Core Responsibilities

• Cook accurate documentation flow to support change orders and field work activities.
• Maintain accurate logs and keep records and files for “as-built” information.
• Coverage, prepare, submit, and oversee resolution of field related issues, RFI’s, non-conformances, corrective actions, Field Discrepancy Reports (FDR’s), and other issues related to jobsite activities.
• Coverage activities with PM, PC, Field Supt., Contractor, other trades, design team including Engineer of Record, Inspector(s), Schuff QA/QC personnel, detailers, shops, sub-fabricator(s), suppliers and vendors, as necessary.
• Identify, analyze and review issues and field discrepancies to determine cause and necessary corrective actions.
• Document and cover necessary activities required to resolve change order work, non-conformance issues, and field discrepancy items.
• Monitor project processes and cover technical aspect of work activities to ensure work is completed in accordance with specified requirements according to applicable codes.
• Monitor, review, identify and cover changes, corrective activities, or replacement of changed, missing, or damaged materials and supplies.
• Aid in the on-site QA/QC efforts in preparation for Sequence/Area Turn-Over; monitor, coordinate, and verify that all field discrepancies and non-compliances have been addressed and are ready for sign off.
• Review and maintain all records as required including RFI’s as needed, and distribute response answers and acceptance.

Requirements

• At least five (5) years related experience in the coordination of structural steel projects.
• An associates degree or training from an approved and accredited technical school in engineering or detailing/drafting may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Structural/Civil Engineering, or Business may substitute for 3 years of the required experience.

Education/Training

• A high school diploma or GED is required.

Specialized Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret shop and design drawings.
• A general understanding and knowledge of basic drafting skills, Tekla practices, REVIT and NAVISWORK or other similar 3D modeling software is preferred.
• Also about fabrication and erection standards, standard technical terminology, common structural steel practices, and drafting room procedures.

Work Environment

• The position requires as many hours needed to fulfill the daily and weekly obligations required to carry out the functions.
• Frequent out of state air/road travel as needed and required.
• Position requires frequent out of state air/road travel as needed and required.
• A clean driving record will be required due to required road travel.
• This position is outdoors. Therefore, being subject to extreme heat conditions can be expected.
• Travel time is up to 50%.

Company Information

• Schuff Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.