Field Engineer

Title:

Field Engineer

Department:
Operation 1
- Construction 2

Location:

Ankeny, IA

Supervisor:
Electrical Superintendent

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Position Status:
Permanent;
Full-time

Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office):
Project Site

The role of the Field Engineer is dynamic and integral to the successful execution and delivery of solar construction projects. The ideal candidate will assist with all miscellaneous project needs from logistics, inspections, tool management, drawing review, superintendent support, etc. This position requires an agile and proactive approach to support project-based personnel and craft trades, ensuring technical, material, and administrative tasks align with Qcells' project delivery standards of excellence.

• Work directly with Site Solar Superintendent and project managers to help implement project goals.
• Assist with assigning duties to staff to implement project goals, as needed.
• Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance.
• Ensure timely project execution and assist in planning, coordinating, and managing.
• Review project implementation and gather data on project execution.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager, project manager and other project leads following project execution.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure our construction teams have the materials they need.
• Communicate to leadership about delays and other issues that must be communicated to clients.
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Regional Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
• Identify safety concerns and prevention.
• Outline completed portions of the past week that meet or exceed the Project Schedule.
• Create and maintain project task schedule and 3‑week lookahead.
• Attend a weekly project meeting.
• Discuss change events.
• Discuss staff and subcontractor performance.
• Perform quality control inspections, documentation, and electronics submittal.
• Perform safety inspections, documentation, and electronics submittal.
• Oversee crew and manage crew operations.
• Maintain crew production schedule, lead safety toolbox talks, and comply with Job Hazard Analysis and Site‑Specific Safety Plan.
• Identify punch list items and observations from the previous week.
• Complete all closeout documents and QA/QC checklists.
• Handle all other assignments and special projects as requested by Management.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment.

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in the construction industry a plus.
• Proficiency with computer operating systems (Microsoft Suite).
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution.
• Working knowledge of necessary industry‑related tools.
• Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented with a passion for ensuring projects proceed efficiently and effectively.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and be proactive.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project management software a plus (Procore).

• Able 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; assistance recommended for items over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel); full range of motion and flexibility required.

• Professional office setting.
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate in office settings.
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high on construction sites.

• Industrial construction sites and/or…