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Electrical Field Engineer

Reston, VA
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Summary:

Supports field execution of underground electrical infrastructure including duct banks, Trenwa systems, grounding, handholes, earthing systems, and temporary power distribution. Responsible for technical coordination, quantity tracking, inspection support, redline management, and ensuring underground electrical systems are installed in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and turnover requirements.#LI-RM1

Major Responsibilities:

Specialization & Expertise 

  • 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. 

Work Planning & Packaging 

  • 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.   

Material Management  

  • Initiates requisitions for field purchases.  
  • Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment. 

Quantities 

  • Leads the verification of commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.  

Safety / Quality Control 

  • 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. 

Technical  

  • Proactively considers continuous learning or show interest to pursue appropriate learning activities 

STR / Subcontract Coordinator 

  • Reviews and approves inspection test plans

Education and Experience Requirements:

  •  Required bachelor's degree(or equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Experience with underground electrical construction projects
  • Strong understanding of precast duct bank, precast cable trench, grounding, and underground utility installation
  • Experience with temporary power systems and site energization
  • Ability to read and interpret underground electrical drawings and layouts
  • Experience with quantity tracking and field reporting
  • Familiarity with electrical QA/QC inspections and testing requirements
  • Strong coordination and field problem-solving skills
  • Experience managing RFIs, redlines, and as-built documentation
  • Industrial or power project experience preferred
  • Familiarity with civil and underground utility interfaces preferred
  • Industrial or power project experience preferred

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards