Field Engineer (Nationwide Travel)
Qcells EPC · Ankeny, IA · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringContract
About the role
This is an opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Field Engineers are placed on project sites for the duration of the build (typically 8–12 months) and then transition to the next project. This is an evergreen posting for current and future project needs across our solar and BESS EPC portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Support Site Managers and Superintendents in daily construction activities
- Aid in project coordination, logistics, and material tracking
- Review drawings and ensure work aligns with project plans
- Track production, progress, and key project metrics
- Support safety and quality efforts on site
- Cookordination with subcontractors and internal teams
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
- 0–3+ years of construction experience (solar or utility-scale preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Familiarity with construction/project management tools (e.g., Procore or similar)
- Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution
- Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
- 0–3+ years of construction experience (solar or utility-scale preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Familiarity with construction/project management tools (e.g., Procore or similar)
- Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution
- Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Skills
- Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
- Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials
- Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
Benefits
- Competitive per diem rate
- Company vehicle provided
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Rotational program
- Employer-paid medical insurance premiums (HDHP)
- Employer-paid vision and dental coverage
- Employer-paid life, disability, community service leave and more
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off, holidays and additional paid leave
- Education reimbursement program
- Cell phone reimbursement
Pay
Competitive per diem rate
Schedule
Onsite, working on the project site, working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local time or other working hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed.