Field Project Engineer - Power Generation
WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, provides customer-focused staffing solutions ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche roles, delivering best-in-class service to clients and professionals.
About The Role
We are looking for a Field Project Engineer to support the construction, commissioning, and startup of two combustion turbine power generation projects in Muleshoe, TX; Seminole, TX; and Hobbs, NM. This hands-on field role involves supporting EPC construction activities, engineering coordination, technical issue resolution, and project execution. You will report directly to the Project Manager and collaborate with project teams, contractors, and vendors throughout construction and startup.
This is a 12-month contract position with high potential for extension. The schedule is full-time, onsite, with a 5-day workweek. Per diem is available for qualified non-local candidates.
Responsibilities
- Support EPC Request for Information (RFI) submittal and response processes.
- Review drawings, specifications, and engineering deliverables during construction.
- Help resolve open engineering and technical issues in the field.
- Coordinate with project managers, construction managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
- Monitor field construction activities and provide technical support to project teams.
- Participate in commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover activities.
- Track engineering deliverables and document transmittals.
- Support document control processes and maintain project records.
- Review field conditions and communicate technical concerns to project team members.
- Help with project reporting, field observations, and issue resolution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience supporting EPC, industrial, utility, or power generation construction projects.
- Familiarity with RFI processes, document control, and engineering change management.
- Experience working in field construction environments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
- Valid driver's license.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and income protection benefits.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Paid vacations for qualifying positions.
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $35.00/hour to $40.00/hour, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills.