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Job Title: Field EngineerJob Description

The Field Engineer will be responsible for overseeing natural gas compressor stations projects, ensuring that natural gas remains pressurized as it travels through pipelines. This is achieved by using compressor stations where gas is compressed either by a turbine, a motor, or an engine. The facilities involve civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, with a significant focus on piping work.

Responsibilities

+ Maintain and promote a strong safety culture.

+ Assist the Project Manager in managing smaller projects.

+ Understand terms, conditions, and scope of contract.

+ Track materials, production, and project costs for review and approval.

+ Facilitate subcontractor activities.

+ Maintain project schedules.

+ Conduct basic estimating, take-offs, and solicitation of quotes.

+ Provide onsite administrative support.

+ Assist with quality assurance, quality control, and test protocols.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of experience as a Field Engineer or similar role in heavy industrial or power plant projects.

+ Experience working for the Owner, EPC, or GC on relevant projects.

+ Overseeing subcontractors within disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, civil, and process piping.

+ Strong communication skills.

+ Experience reading prints and using project management software.

+ Ability to remain on project sites for extended periods and willingness to work weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with construction management, industrial plants, mechanical and electrical systems.

+ Knowledge of power plant operations and turbine technology.

+ Familiarity with MEP, gas, and turbine systems.

Work Environment

The Field Engineer will work on-site at power plant projects primarily in Ohio, providing power for data centers. This multi-year project involves a significant amount of civil and underground work, as well as electrical and mechanical tasks. The work environment is fast-paced, with a projected 400,000 man-hours under a tight 14-month timeline. Engineers work six days a week, ten hours a day, and may travel home monthly or bi-monthly, depending on project demands. Benefits include a truck allowance, cell phone allowance, laptop provided, bonus eligibility, and a comprehensive PTO and holiday package. Opportunities for growth into Project Manager roles after five years are available.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.