Mechanical Field Engineer (UG/AG Piping) jobs in United States
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Bechtel Corporation · 2 weeks ago

Mechanical Field Engineer (UG/AG Piping)

Bechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, known for delivering successful outcomes on a wide range of projects. The Mechanical Field Engineer will provide project field engineering expertise, ensuring that field engineering activities operate safely and conform to quality standards and project requirements.

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Responsibilities

Provides knowledge and expertise in a particular discipline, subject matter, or specialized process required for construction (e.g., tunnel boring, site de-watering, glove boxes, special coatings systems, HVAC systems, Fire Detection and Suppression, reactor tender gallery coordinator, etc.)
Provides technical consultation support to projects
Prepares construction drawings and sketches
Leads preparation of construction drawings and schedules and the design of temporary construction facilities and ensures preparation of "as built" drawings and other job plans
Initiates requisitions for field purchases
Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment
Leads the verification of commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required
Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely
Proactively considers continuous learning or show interest to pursue appropriate learning activities
Reviews and approves inspection test plans

Qualification

UG/AG piping designQuality controlField quantities managementConstruction drawings preparationDigital execution toolsTeam coordinationTechnical consultationProblem-solving

Required

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Translates UG/AG piping design into executable work—expert at reading isos, plans, specs, and models; resolves constructability issues, tie-ins, and clashes before they hit the field
Controls quality and technical compliance—verifies trenching, bedding, slope, supports, fit-up, welding, coatings, backfill, and testing in accordance with codes and project specs
Manages field quantities and progress—tracks installed quantities, supports progress measurement, and provides accurate inputs for schedule and cost control
Supports planning and AWP—packages UG/AG work into IWPs, identifies constraints (access, inspections, materials, test boundaries), and supports look-ahead readiness
Acts as field problem-solver and coordinator—interfaces daily with superintendents, survey, QC, subcontractors, and other disciplines to keep work moving and avoid rework

Preferred

Experience in semiconductor, EV battery, data centers, or Pharmaceuticals preferred
Hands-on implementation of AWP and OSM strategies; experience with project setup, system turnover, and completion preferred
Proficiency with digital execution tools, 4D/5D planning, and analytics preferred

Benefits

Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive
Advancing careers
Delivering programs to enhance our culture
Providing time to recharge

Company

Bechtel Corporation

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Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.

H1B Sponsorship

Bechtel Corporation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (34)
2024 (30)
2023 (33)
2022 (40)
2021 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$499.38M
Key Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M

Leadership Team

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Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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